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187 - VAN CLEEF & ARPELS No. B795 Circa 1970 18k yellow gold (750)…
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Estimate €8,000 - €12,000
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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS No. B795 Circa 1970 18k yellow gold (750) table clock, rock crystal and gilded brass Case: round gold case set within a block of rock crystal, twisted bezel, numbered Dial: champagne-coloured, with applied cabochon hour markers, signed Van Cleef & Arpels Movement: mechanical, cal. Felsa 4105, signed ETS Worms Diameter: 35 mm Dimensions: approx. 13 x 3 x 10 cm Gross weight: 41.50 g. (total weight 421.20 g.) An 18k yellow gold, rock crystal and gilt metal clock, with a hand-wound movement signed ETS Worms. Bearing the signature ‘ETS Worms’ on its movement, this rock crystal table clock was most likely produced by the Parisian firm founded by Maurice Worms in 1926. Active as watchmakers and jewellers until 1976, Établissements Worms produced several watches and horological creations for prestigious houses, including Universal Genève and Cartier. The ‘ETS Worms’ signature appears on a few rare boudoir pieces crafted from ornamental stones in the 1950s and 1960s, often intended for jewellers on the Place Vendôme. Fitted with a Felsa 4105 calibre, this table clock is part of this exclusive and refined collection. This movement was also used by Établissements Worms in other creations supplied to Van Cleef & Arpels.   Bearing the signature “ETS Worms” on its movement, this rock crystal desk clock was most likely produced by the Parisian firm founded by Maurice Worms in 1926. Active as watchmakers and jewellers until 1976, Établissements Worms produced several watches and horological creations for prestigious houses, including Universal Genève and Cartier. The “ETS Worms” signature appears on a small number of rare boudoir pieces crafted from ornamental hardstones during the 1950s and 1960s, often intended for the jewellers of Place Vendôme. Fitted with a Felsa 4105 calibre, this desk clock is part of this discreet and refined range. The same movement was also used by Établissements Worms in other creations supplied to Van Cleef & Arpels. CONDITION REPORT: Good overall condition. Movement operational at the time of catalogue compilation. Rock crystal with a visible flaw in the material (caused by an impact?). Dial cleaned. Felsa calibre. Servicing required. Comes with an unsigned case. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to check the watch’s water resistance. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the condition of the watch is subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items presented may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.    CONDITION REPORT: Good overall condition. Movement operational at the time of cataloguing. Rock crystal with a visible flaw in the material (possibly caused by an impact?). Dial has been cleaned. Service required. Accompanied by an unbranded fitted presentation box. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No warranty is provided regarding the working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to have the water resistance checked. Any information regarding restoration, accidents or condition remains subject to the personal assessment of prospective buyers. The absence of any mention of replacement parts, restoration or accidents does not imply that an item is free from defects. All items offered for sale may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only and should be considered approximate.
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Auction time 07/06/2026 at 5:00 PM
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