A travel clock designed by Crest Arrow Co. An incredible travel-desk clock, created in America. During the art deco period. By the jewelry and luxury watches makers Crest & Arrow Co. Back in the 1925. This fabulous flamboyant piece is a truly magnificent work of Art Deco jewelry art and has been crafted with very elegant Japonism patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with accents in platinum for the setting of the diamonds. The piece is decorated in both sides with abstract images of the Japan national tree of the cherry blossom, entirely embellished with applications of blue, black and rose enamels. It is fitted with a slider mechanism to discover the dial and stand in the desk. The movement is Swiss, mechanical hand winding. The dial is silver with platinum arabic numbers and arrows, signed Swiss. Japonesque, Japonism or Japonaiserie are French terms that refers to the popularity and influence of Japanese art and design among a number of Western European artists during the late 19th century, the art nouveau and the art deco period. Diamonds : The platinum arabic numbers and the arrows are set with 144 old European rose cut diamonds, 1.08 carats, E/F color, VS-1 clarity. Weight : 109.35 Grams, (70.09 Dwt). Measurements : 57 mm by 45 mm by 9 mm (2.24 x 1.77 x 0.35 Inches). Hallmarks : Stamped with the maker’s mark symbols, the reference serial numbers, the gold assay marks and signed, ” CREST ARROW 18K 63086 – 086 “. The planting of cherry trees in Washington DC originated in 1912 as a gift of friendship to the People of the United States from the People of Japan. In Japan, the flowering cherry tree, or “Sakura, ” is an important flowering plant. The beauty of the cherry blossom is a symbol with rich meaning in Japanese culture. Collateral : It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this clock is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. Enamel has been professionally restored in Paris in two spots at the sides. All diamonds are secured in the settings and has been carefully inspected to guarantee the authenticity. INVENTORY REF: P120822CNNM/2.628. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Clocks\Desk, Mantel & Shelf Clocks”. The seller is “treasurefinejewelry” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Antique: Yes
- Shape: Square
- Signed By: CREST & ARROW CO.
- Year Manufactured: 1925
- Item Length: P120822CNNM/2.628
- Vintage: Yes
- Display Type: Analog
- Style: Art Deco
- Frame Material: YELLOW GOLD 18KT
- Features: DIAMONDS
- Finish: POLISH
- Room: TRAVEL OR DESK
- Engraved: No
- Movement: Mechanical
- Character: JAPONISM
- Signed: Yes
- Color: Yellow
- Material: GOLD AND ENAMEL
- Number Type: Arabic Numerals
- Brand: CREST ARROW CO.
- Type: TRAVEL POCKET WATCH
- Era: Early 20th Century (1911-1940)
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: JAPONESQUE ART DECO
- Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1949
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States