A FINE GEM SET ART DECO MYSTERY CLOCK

Description:

20th century
H. 24 cm
Pagoda-like structure made of rock crystal, inlaid with lapis lazuli, , onyx chrysocolla and opals. Richly set with octagonal diamonds in gold settings total approx. 650 diamonds in octagonal cut approx. 6.50ct F-H/VS-SI. Diamond-set hands in a cut crystal dial, framed by lapis lazuli. The mechanical movement is concealed in the upper crossbar, key-wound under the sliding centre finial. Onyx button finial loose, various chips to the stones and extremities, a few diamonds missing. Movement not tested, no guarantee.
Sotheby's, Magnificent Jewels St. Moritz 18./19. February 1998, Lot 543