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Patek Philippe Cartel Clock

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The famed Patek Philippe crafted this spectacular gilt bronze cartel clock. The case is exuberantly embellished in the Louis XV style with scrolling foliate work and an argyle-patterned screen punctuated with rosettes. The decorative screen conceals a panel of solar cells on the front of the timepiece. These photoelectric cells, along with a backup lithium battery, power the caliber 17-250 mechanical movement. It tells the time on a white enamel dial with both Roman and Arabic numerals and ornate brass hands. The timepiece comes complete with its original fitted Patek Philippe box. Overall, this clock displays the lasting quality and style of this legendary Swiss firm. Patek Philippe is one of the world’s premier luxury brands and is widely regarded as the world's most prestigious watchmaker. Founded in 1851 by Polish watchmaker Antoni Patek and French watchmaker Adrien Philippe, the company quickly acquired an excellent reputation for its precision watches. Credited with popularizing the perpetual calendar, split-seconds hand, chronograph, and minute repeater in watches, Patek's client list included the likes of Queen Victoria, King Victor Emanuel III of Italy, King Christian IX of Denmark, Pope Pius IX and Albert Einstein. This cartel clock exemplifies the artistry and craftsmanship that truly sets apart Patek creations. Marked “Patek Philippe / Geneve” on the dial. Case numbered “2076” and movement numbered “2739.” Circa 1965 Measures: 14" high x 8 1/4" wide x 3 7/8" deep.
  • Creator:
    Patek Philippe (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 3.88 in (9.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1965
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New Orleans, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 31-50631stDibs: LU891128556052
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