Clock · Table clock

This late 19th-century table clock features a spherical design composed of a two-piece glass ball encased within a hinged gilt metal frame. The clock is accompanied by a custom cast brass stand, which includes a green felt-lined seat to facilitate multi-angle positioning. The rear of the glass sphere is flattened, allowing it to rest on a surface independently of the stand. The white enamel dial is signed "Vacheron et Constantin Genève" and features black Roman numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at the six o'clock position, and gilt Breguet-style hands. The internal bar movement is key-wound with a going barrel and a club-foot lever escapement. Additional movement components include a plain, three-armed gilt balance with a blued steel hairspring. Winding and time-setting are performed by opening the hinged glass hemisphere. The gilt frame and brass stand exhibit signs of natural patina and age.