Famed as an iconic jeweler with a rich history in all things design and horology, it only makes sense that Cartier would decide to expand into the realm of functional art such as desk clocks like this example that we have here. Hailing from the 1980s and made of brass with an extensive amount of agate rock crystal and Mother-of-Pearl across its front, this incredibly ornate desk clock speaks to Cartier’s talents as a powerhouse of design and elegance. Boasting an intensely luxurious aesthetic, this desk clock features one of the French jeweler’s iconic dial designs whereby its mother of pearl display boasts a sunray pattern whereby the sheets of mother of pearl that make up the display radiate out from a circular piece of mother of pearl at 6 o’clock, like the sun’s rays as it sets and rises over the horizon. The perfect addition to any Cartier afficionado’s collection, this is a piece of art that fulfils the task of time-telling all while looking exceptionally beautiful while doing it.

The clock is in overall very good condition. The stone mid-case and base are in very good condition, with black and gold enamel embellishments that are well-preserved. The brass bezel and legs have some age-related tarnishing. The mother-of-pearl "sunrise" dial is in very good condition, with some hairline cracks. Movement is quartz and is running at time of cataloging but there is no guarantee on timekeeping.

An intensely luxurious expression of Cartier's talents as a powerhouse of design and jewelry making, this desk clock combines various facets of Cartier's capabilities and turns them into an exceptional end result.