74007: A Cartier Belle Epoque Guilloché Enamel Partial

A Cartier Belle Epoque Guilloché Enamel Partial Gilt Silver and Amethyst Minute Repeater Clock, Paris, circa 1910 Marks to dial: Cartier, Paris London Marks to underside: (eagle's head), (Cartier mark), C252, 1728 2-3x4 x 1-7x8 x 1-1x2 inches (7.0 x 4.8 x 3.8 cm) (case) The clock in rectangular case, front with a white enamel border around violet enamel on a guilloché ground, the bezel of enameled blue and white interlocking circles encloses white enamel dial with black enamel Arabic numerals and gold hands, guilloché enamel extends to sides, back and top; the clock features a Swiss movement chiming hours, quarters, and minutes; the clock is raised by four circular amethyst feet. Property from the Nelkin Collection HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: The clock presents well, with one faint hairline to center hole. Case is in good condition, with light surface scratches as expected with age and use. No losses observed. Hand engraved to underside 18477, 20361, 613441, 43528. A small crack to left back amethyst foot. Swiss movement not in sync with hands. Accompanied by key and a brown fitted case. Key marked 703. Heritage does not guarantee the working order or overall completeness of electrified mechanisms. Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"