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Japy Frères - 1904 La Alondra Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This open-face pocket watch is recorded under lot number 38755651 and attributed by the source to Japy Frères, titled '1904 La Alondra'. The timepiece features a metallic case with a top-mounted winding crown, bow, and an adjacent pin-set pusher near the 1 o'clock position. The light-toned dial displays Arabic numerals set within decorative circular medallions, an outer track marked with five-minute intervals, pierced decorative hands, and a subsidiary seconds subdial located at the 6 o'clock position.

Dial and case front of the Japy Frères '1904 La Alondra' pocket watch
Dial and case front of the Japy Frères '1904 La Alondra' pocket watch — Catawiki. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.catawiki.com
Category
Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Japy Frères
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
38755651
Source-reported date
1901-1949
Source-reported place
Not established

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

Identity and Source Attributions

The item is catalogued under lot number 38755651 as a pocket watch attributed to Japy Frères, titled '1904 La Alondra', and dated between 1901 and 1949 with a men's designation ('Homme').

These designations derive entirely from the auction listing. The front view does not record any visible maker branding or model signature on the dial or visible case components.

Evidence for this section
  • “Nº 38755651”
  • “Japy Freres - 1904 La Alondra - pocket watch NO RESERVE PRICE - Homme - 1901-1949”

Dial Configuration and Display

The timepiece features a light-toned dial displaying Arabic hour numerals enclosed within twelve radiating textured circular cartouches. Time is indicated by ornate openwork hands, bordered along the perimeter by an outer minute track marked with Arabic numerals at five-minute intervals.

A subsidiary seconds dial is positioned at 6 o'clock, featuring printed Arabic numerals at ten-second intervals. No manufacturer signatures or other text are observed on the visible dial surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “Light-toned dial with Arabic hour numerals framed in twelve radiating textured circular cartouches.”
  • “Subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o'clock with Arabic ten-second numerals.”
  • “Ornate openwork hands and an outer minute track with Arabic numerals at five-minute intervals.”

Case and External Controls

The watch features a metallic open-face pocket watch case showing visible surface scratches and minor patina.

At the top of the case, a winding crown is enclosed by a bow, and a pin-set pusher is positioned adjacent at approximately 1 o'clock.

Evidence for this section
  • “Metallic pocket watch case showing visible surface scratches and minor patina.”
  • “Top-mounted winding crown, bow, and a pin-set pusher at approximately 1 o'clock.”

Open research questions

  • What stamps, calibers, or manufacturer signatures are present on the movement beneath the case back?
  • Does the interior of the case back or cuvette bear hallmarks, purity stamps, or references to the '1904 La Alondra' title?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Japy Frères - 1904 La Alondra Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Lot Number38755651“Nº 38755651”
MakerJapy Freres“Japy Freres”
Model / Title1904 La Alondra“1904 La Alondra”
Dating1901-1949“1901-1949”
Realised Price131 €“Vendu à 131 €”
Reserve FormatNo reserve price“pocket watch NO RESERVE PRICE”

Visible details

  • Light-toned dial with Arabic hour numerals framed in twelve radiating textured circular cartouches.
  • Subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o'clock with Arabic ten-second numerals.
  • Ornate openwork hands and an outer minute track with Arabic numerals at five-minute intervals.
  • Top-mounted winding crown, bow, and a pin-set pusher at approximately 1 o'clock.
  • Metallic pocket watch case showing visible surface scratches and minor patina.

Research qualifications

  • The movement, inner cuvette, and case back interior are not visible in the provided image.
  • Maker attribution and specific model name rely on the auction catalog listing rather than visible dial branding.

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

Consulted source

Montres en Vente aux Enchères en Ligne - Catawiki

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 9b4109d2bd

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