#table clock

Planetarium Table Clock, circa 1770.

French Empire Table Clock, circa 1800-1815

Louis Berthoud, Swiss chronometer-maker, established in Paris

Art Deco Style 18Kt Gold, Diamonds, Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Cat Clock - by Patek Philippe PATEK PHILIPPE, A FINE & UNIQUE GOLD, LAPIS LAZULI, TURQUOISE & DIAMOND SET MINIATURE EGYPTIAN-STYLE TABLE CLOCK 1978 REF 2011 MVT 1500401 CASE 2780492

*  cal. E26 quartz movement *  gilt dial, Dauphine hands ¿  within a sunburst adorned with 22 circular-cut diamonds  totaling 1.04 carats, surrounded by 22 turquoise petals, fitted within a circular lapis lazuli disc framed with 18k gold, case back secured by 4 screws, supported by two outward-facing 18k gold Egyptian-style cats elaborately adorned, resting atop an 18k gold and lapis lazuli rectangular base *  with French hallmarks for 18k gold *  case, dial and movement signed, further signed by casemaker in four places

Condition

Rare and collectable! Quartz movement running while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Diamonds and gemstones in nice colours and sizes, diamonds totalling 1.04 carats. 2 cats, case retain good definition, but please note that only one earing remaining on one cat. Case retains crisp French 18k gold hallmarks and case maker's mark stamped in 5 places: 1. On the outside of the case back, in the center 2. Right panel of the base 3. On the outer frame holding the lapis lazuli 4 & 5: 2 Cat's tails "In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1978 and sale on August 25th, 1986.

This piece belongs to a series of one-of-a-kind clocks produced during the early 1980s, made on special request for Patek Philippe customers.  The lapis lazuli and turquoise used in this exotic piece are typical of the jewelery and design of this period, with an emphasis on powerful symbols of status and luxury.  For similar clocks see Erhart, R., Demesy J., Patek Philippe, p. 217, 219 and 220.