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Clock · Desk alarm clock

Cartier Brass and Blue Desk Alarm Clock

Partially verified

This desk alarm clock by Cartier features a square brass case with stepped corners, measuring 75mm by 75mm, highlighted by a blue front panel with an integrated stand. The circular white dial features black Roman numeral hour markers, an inner railway minute track, and black hands, alongside an alarm indicator hand. It is marked 'CARTIER PARIS' below 12 o'clock and 'SWISS MADE' at the base. Catalogued with a manual-wind movement incorporating an alarm complication, the lot was offered with a box but without accompanying papers.

Front view of the Cartier square desk alarm clock showing the blue stepped frame, gilt bezel, and white Roman dial.
Front view of the Cartier square desk alarm clock showing the blue stepped frame, gilt bezel, and white Roman dial. — Fellows. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.fellows.co.uk
Category
Clock · Desk alarm clock
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
305
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Construction

The clock features a square brass case with an integrated stand, measuring 75mm by 75mm. The front surface is decorated in a deep blue finish, described in the source as a blue lacquer or enamel-effect with metallic particles.

The case exhibits general scratches and marks. Specifically, the blue decorative surface shows wear to the corners.

Evidence for this section
  • “Brass case with blue front and integrated stand.”
  • “Dimensions: 75mm x 75mm”
  • “Case shows scratches and marks. Blue decoration has wear to the corners.”

Dial and Indication

The clock displays a circular white dial featuring black Roman numeral hour markers and an inner railway minute track. It is signed 'CARTIER PARIS' below the 12 o'clock position and 'SWISS MADE' at the bottom.

The handset comprises hour and minute hands, along with a central alarm-setting hand. While the dial and hands appear to be in good condition, the glass crystal exhibits scratches and marks under 4x magnification.

Evidence for this section
  • “White dial with Roman numeral hour markers.”
  • “Prominent polished gilt bezel encircling a round dial marked 'CARTIER PARIS' and 'SWISS MADE'.”
  • “Central handset comprising hour, minute, and a slimmer alarm-setting hand.”
  • “Dial appears to be in a generally good condition.”
  • “Glass has some scratches and marks when viewed under a 4x loupe.”

Mechanism and Provenance

The movement is a manual-wind type with an alarm complication. At the time of cataloguing, the movement and alarm function were noted as currently working. Access to the internal mechanism was not gained for condition reporting.

The lot is accompanied by a box; no documentation or papers were included. The auction house does not guarantee the working order or accuracy of the lot.

Evidence for this section
  • “Manual wind movement with alarm complication.”
  • “Movement is currently functioning. Alarm function is working.”
  • “We have been unable to gain access to the movement to be able to report its condition.”
  • “This lot comes with a box but no papers.”
  • “Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific model name or reference for this Cartier desk alarm clock?
  • What is the specific composition of the blue decorative finish?
  • Are there identifiable hallmarks on the rear of the case not visible in the provided images?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Cartier Brass and Blue Desk Alarm Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Dimensions75mm x 75mm“Dimensions: 75mm x 75mm”
Movement typeManual wind movement with alarm complication“Manual wind movement with alarm complication.”
Case materialBrass and plated metal“Brass case with blue front and integrated stand.”
Dial descriptionWhite dial with Roman numeral hour markers“White dial with Roman numeral hour markers.”
Included packagingBox included, no papers“This lot comes with a box but no papers.”
Total Weight650g“Total lot weight: 650”

Visible details

  • Stepped brass frame with a deep blue lacquer or enamel-effect front surface flecked with fine metallic particles.
  • Prominent polished gilt bezel encircling a round dial marked 'CARTIER PARIS' and 'SWISS MADE'.
  • Central handset comprising hour, minute, and a slimmer alarm-setting hand.

Research qualifications

  • The auction house noted inability to gain access to the movement to verify caliber or internal condition.
  • Rear case, stand, and accompanying box are not visible in the provided image.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Lot 305 | Alarm clock by Cartier

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record b11b13c574

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