Signed Cartier, Case No. 4853 2746, Movement No. 37927, Circa 1910

The present clock should be admired for its extremely complicated combination of a special 8-day mechanism where the alarm hand's tip is inserted between the alarm wheel teeth and driven in an unconventional method. The case is fairly typical for Cartier in this period, sometimes seen with an agate or enameled base as is the case here. The bezel in white enamel half-pearl style decoration was also vey common for Cartier at the time and this clock represents their unique style at this moment in history. It is notable that Cartier have produced some quarter repeaters with alarms in their large carriage clocks but there may be only one or two others with the minute repeater and alarm, a highly complicated movement. In addition, this clock is in remarkably good condition, the purple enamel is wonderfully preserved and its color is deep and rich. When one listens to the chime it is clear and with great tone and clarity, the sounds that can be expected from such a masterful timepiece from the renowned watch and clock maker Cartier at the turn of the Century.