Patek Philippe by Inducta Ellipse Wall Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1990
This is a Patek Philippe by Inducta Ellipse wall clock dated by the auction house to circa 1990. Styled after Patek Philippe's Golden Ellipse design, the clock features an elliptical steel case measuring 43 by 49 cm with a polished gold-tone finish.
It is fitted with a blue dial bearing applied gold-tone baton hour markers, a double index at 12 o'clock, and gold-tone central baton hands, with 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' printed in white. Christie's reports the time-only movement is battery-powered quartz.
Evidence at a glance
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Wall clock
- Circa
- 1990
- Functions
- Time only
- Dimensions
- 43 x 49 cm.
- Dial Colour
- Blue
- Case Material
- Steel
- Movement Type
- Quartz
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe by Inducta
Design
- Visible features
- • Elliptical polished gold-tone frame • Blue dial with applied gold-tone baton hour indexes and a double baton at 12 o'clock • Gold-tone central hour and minute baton hands • Dial signed 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' in white block lettering below the 12 o'clock position
- Condition and Attribution
- The piece is dated to circa 1990 by the auction house. Observed condition issues include discolouration on the dial, primarily near the 5 o'clock position. The case is described as having little signs of wear.
- Mechanism and Operational Status
- The clock operates via a quartz movement. At the time of cataloging, the movement was noted as ticking, though a service was recommended. The clock is battery-operated. Shipping of this lot is subject to international regulations regarding the transport of batteries as dangerous goods.
- Physical Characteristics and Design
- This wall clock features an elliptical steel case measuring 43 by 49 cm with a gold-tone finish. The blue dial includes applied gold-tone baton hour markers, featuring a double index marker at the 12 o'clock position. The dial is completed with gold-tone central baton hands and carries the printed inscription 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' in white.
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: No photographs showing the movement, case back, or mounting fixtures are provided
- Research required: Condition report notes discolouration on the dial mainly near 5 o'clock