A sub miniature French Art Deco travel clock, Tonnel Paris, circa 1920
Description
Tonnel Paris
The 1.8-cm gilt dial has Roman numerals and is signed for the retailer Tonnel Paris. The ‘spade’ hands are made of blued steel.
Fixed winding
The gilt movement has a spring barrel with fixed winding and is of eight day duration. It is being regulated by a Swiss anchor escapement in combination with a bi-metallic balance.
Presentation case
The rectangular case is made of imitation tortoiseshell and has a door to the back. The top is inscribed with a monogram YG. The clock still has its original presentation case.
Sizes
(Height) 4 cm (Width) 2.9 cm (Depth) 2.2 cm
(Height) 1.5 in (Width) 1.1 in (Depth) 0.9 in
Price
€ 4.250
Signature
Tonnel Paris