Rare Art Deco Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1930
View Similar Items
Rare Art Deco Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1930
About the Item
- Creator:Jaeger-LeCoultre (Clockmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 1.97 in (5 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1925
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Devon, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU244738211043
Jaeger-LeCoultre
The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Swiss manufacturer is celebrated for its striking Art Deco–era antique clocks, while its range of sumptuous luxury watches spans the gamut of modern design, each one a time capsule of its period.
Jaeger-LeCoultre was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. LeCoultre was also an inventor who, in 1844, created the millionomètre. As the first instrument to measure thousandths of a millimeter with total accuracy, it refined the meticulous watchmaking process. By 1866, LeCoultre's son, Elie LeCoultre, took over the business. He revolutionized watchmaking by bringing all 180 skills involved in the trade into one workshop: LeCoultre & Cie Manufacture.
By 1903, the company had passed to Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-David LeCoultre. He created a signature line of ultra-thin watches in partnership with Edmond Jaeger, a French watchmaker who specialized in flat watch cases. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively at LeCoultre in Switzerland. This era saw the debut of Cartier’s Santos as well as its Tank watch.
Watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre began to experiment with the Art Deco style that had encompassed the 1920s and the 1930s. At the time, there were many influences that led to the creation of Art Deco jewelry, while the cases of Art Deco clocks featured architectural details and saw an integration of materials such as brass, glass and marble. Iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre designs from this era include the 1928 Atmos clock and the Reverso watch. Stylish and practical, the coveted Reverso watch features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face.
During the 1950s and '60s, Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmakers continued the manufacturer’s tradition of prioritizing practical reliability. In 1958, the company introduced the robust and durable Geophysic watch collection. The Memovox Polaris, an alarm-equipped dive watch one could wear underwater, followed in 1968.
The best-known timepiece in the company's modern collection is the Master Control watch, unveiled in 1992. It symbolizes a return to the thin style and performance-first ethic of classic Jaeger-LeCoultre. In 2018, the watchmaker also launched the Polaris collection. Inspired by the original Memovox, the series features a sporty, elegant and contemporary look.
Find vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre wristwatches and pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- Art Deco Rare Mystery Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultreBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Devon, EnglandAside the appearance and super rarity of this marvellous Art Deco clock on first viewing, one can't be distracted away from the condition as well, which for it's 90 odd years is noth...Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Mantel Clocks
MaterialsMarble, Brass, Chrome
- Art Deco Rare Miniature Alarm Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, c1930Located in Devon, EnglandThis is for a beautiful original and extremely stylish art deco desktop alarm clock made by Jaeger LeCoultre. It dates to the 30s, it has a 2 day movement and it has a green enamel b...Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Mantel Clocks
MaterialsMetal
- Art Deco Pink Mantle Clock by Smiths Clock Makers, circa 1930By Smiths English Clock SystemsLocated in Devon, EnglandOriginal 1930's pink / lilac glass clock by the English clock makers Smiths. Beautiful coloured dial face which sits of a solid highly polished brass plinth with brass numerals and a...Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsBrass
- Art Deco Acrylic & Chrome Clock, circa 1930Located in Devon, EnglandThis is a very attractive English Art Deco clock, made circa 1930. It has been converted to battery from electric so not plugs or winding requir...Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsChrome
- Art Deco Smiths Chrome Table Clock, circa 1930By Smiths English Clock SystemsLocated in Devon, EnglandFor your consideration is this very stylish English Art Deco chrome clock made by the British clockmakers 'smiths'. A 30 hour movement, fully serviced and keeping good time is housed...Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsSteel, Chrome
- Very Rare 1930s Art Deco English Smiths 'Mystery Clock'By Smiths English Clock SystemsLocated in Devon, EnglandFor your consideration is this rare Smith mystery clock made by Smith's Electronic Clocks from circa 1934. The chrome case was moulded in aluminium. The glass has black numerals on a...Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsChrome, Aluminum
- Art Deco Table Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre Ghiso, Rare, 1930sBy Jaeger-LeCoultre, GhisoLocated in Buenos Aires, OlivosArt Deco table / desk / mantel clock. We've had this Art Deco beauty fully serviced by an horologist and so comes to you in full working order. History Jaeger-LeCoultre (French pro...Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsMetal
$1,999 Sale Price20% Off - Atmos Jaeger Lecoultre Rare Table ClockBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaAtmos Jaeger lecoultre rare table clock table clock with perpetual motion invented by jean reutter in 1928 This watch is circa 1940 pink plat...Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsBronze
- Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos ClockBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Norwich, GBJaeger-LeCoultre Gold plated Atmos clock with rouge round dial and Arabic baton numerals. Ruby jewelled movement signed ‘Jaeger-Le-Coultre’ with os...Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Mantel Clocks
MaterialsBrass
- Jaeger-LeCoultre Alarm ClockBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Norwich, GBJaeger -LeCoultre Alarm clock Fine quality gold plated strut case with raised engine turned ‘swirl’ effect rectangle holding the oval dial with baton m...Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss More Clocks
MaterialsOnyx
- A Novelty Desk Clock By Jaeger LeCoultreBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Amersham, GBA desk clock in the shape of an Egyptian obelisk made by LeCoultre with an 8 day movement in the base, a crisp silvered dial and gilded numerals and batons set beneath a perspex obelisk. The black lacquered base has gilt mounts that continue the theme and repeat on all four sides. This is an extremely handsome small clock ideal as a gift or use as a desk clock, the dial is visible through the obelisk, the fine fully jewelled LeCoultre eight day movement is wound from the base, dating from the 1960's this mid century clock...Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Egyptian Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsSteel
- Travel Alarm Clock by Jaeger LeCoultreBy Jaeger-LeCoultreLocated in Norwich, GBTravel alarm clock by Jaeger LeCoultre. The case covered in fine brown leather, hinged to provide support and act as a cover when travelling. Copper ...Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
MaterialsLeather
