Cartier and European Watch & Clock Co. Desk Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1930's
This desk clock is attributed to the collaboration between Cartier and the European Watch & Clock Co., manufactured in France circa 1930s. The clock features a manual wind movement, caliber 24''', with 15 jewels.
The exterior design incorporates silver components, black material accents, and glass side panels. The dial, case, and movement are all signed by the European Watch & Clock Co. The clock measures 253 mm in length, 165 mm in height, and 70 mm in width. According to the auction report, the condition of the silver case is very good with slight oxidation and minor scratches. The dial also exhibits slight oxidation. The movement is reported in very good condition with an overhaul recommended.
The provenance of the clock is identified as the property of a Swiss family. It is distinguished by its use of glass panels in its construction.
Evidence at a glance
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1930's
- Type
- Desk clock
- Maker
- Cartier/ European Watch & Clock Co.
- Movement
- 15 jewels, caliber 24'''
- Dimensions
- 253 mm x 165 mm x 70 mm
- Provenance
- Property of a Swiss family
- Place recorded
- France
- Country of origin
- France
- Maker / attribution
- Cartier / European Watch & Clock Co.
Design
- Visible features
- • Rectangular silver and black base construction • Fluted clear glass side panels • Gilt Arabic numeral hour markers • Central textured panel on the dial
- Movement and Signatures
- The timepiece is powered by a manual wind mechanical movement, identified by the caliber 24''' and containing 15 jewels. The auction description notes that the movement requires an overhaul, though it is currently assessed as being in very good condition. Signatures are present on the dial, the case, and the movement. Specifically, the European Watch & Clock Co. is acknowledged as a signatory across these components, consistent with the collaborative production history attributed to this timepiece.
- Condition and Provenance
- The condition report for the clock notes that the silver case is in very good condition, with evidence of slight oxidation and minor surface scratching. The dial is similarly categorized as being in very good condition, albeit with slight oxidation present. The provenance for this lot is documented as the property of a Swiss family. The auction description indicates that the clock has been maintained in its original condition.
- Case and Dial Construction
- The clock is composed of a silver case elevated on a base accented with black material. The design includes prominent clear glass side panels that feature a fluted finish. The dial contains gilt Arabic numeral hour markers arranged around a central square panel that features a ribbed or guilloché-style texture. The Cartier name is visible on the dial, along with the France origin mark.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Overhaul recommended for movement
- Research required: Slight oxidation noted on case and dial