Jaeger-LeCoultre 8-Day Pyramid Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1960s
Maker / issuer
Jaeger-LeCoultreThis 8-day pyramid clock is produced by Jaeger-LeCoultre and dates to the 1960s. The object features a pyramidal case constructed from lacquered brass and lapis lazuli, measuring 8” x 7.4” x 5.25”.
The dial is composed of lapis lazuli and sits within a brushed brass rehaut featuring quadrant Arabic numerals and wedge indices. Time is indicated by a set of dauphine-style hands. The clock is powered by a hand-wound, 8-day mechanical movement. The assembly includes an acrylic crystal and is equipped with a brass winding key and crown. The package is accompanied by a signed blue leather box, measuring 9” x 8.62” x 5”, which includes brass hinges and spare screws.
Evidence at a glance
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- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Table clock
- Maker
- Jaeger-LeCoultre
- Dating
- 1960s
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Movement
- Hand-wound, 8-day
- Dimensions
- 8” x 7.4” x 5.25”
- Case materials
- Lacquered brass and lapis lazuli
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Jaeger-LeCoultre
- Included accessories
- Blue leather box, winding key, spare screws
Design
- Visible features
- • Triangular clock face form • Lapis lazuli decorative stone surfaces • Brass dauphine handset • Quadrant Arabic numerals on a brushed rehaut
- Included Presentation
- The object is sold with a dedicated storage and presentation case. This box is upholstered in blue leather and measures 9” x 8.62” x 5”. It is constructed with brass hinges and is signed by the manufacturer. The set also includes maintenance components, specifically a set of additional, spare screws. These are provided alongside the primary winding key to complete the horological set as offered.
- Case and Dial Construction
- The clock is designed as a pyramid, with the primary structure composed of lacquered brass and panels of lapis lazuli. The geometry of the case culminates in a faceted top. A transparent acrylic crystal covers the dial area, following the slope of the pyramidal design. The dial itself is formed of lapis lazuli, providing a deep blue, textured backdrop for the time display. Surrounding the center is a brushed brass rehaut, which serves as the mounting point for the hour markers. These markers alternate between Arabic numerals at the quadrants and simple wedge-shaped indices for the remaining positions. The time is read via a pair of dauphine hands that match the brass finish of the rehaut.
- Movement and Functionality
- The clock is driven by a hand-wound, 8-day movement manufactured by Jaeger-LeCoultre. This movement provides a power reserve intended to last for eight days between manual winding cycles. Operational controls for the clock include a brass winding crown and a corresponding brass winding key. These allow the user to maintain the spring tension required for the clock to function throughout its stated reserve period.
Identification
- Reference
- ASM0037
- 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
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Research required
- Research required: The exact provenance of the lapis lazuli material is not provided.
- Research required: The specific mechanical caliber designation of the 8-day movement is not specified.