An exceptional and very rare Art Deco, sterling silver and gold mechanical travel alarm clock.  This stunning piece of design, and workmanship was undertaken by one of the world's premiere, luxury jewellery houses of the 20th Century; Boucheron of Paris.  Boucheron was formed in Paris by Frédéric Boucheron in 1858, making it the oldest jewellery Maison on the Place Vendôme, producing sumptuous creations for the world's royals, dignitaries, and celebrities alike.

This clock is a fine representation of the exceptional level of craftsmanship employed within the workshop of this legendary Maison.  The case is finely engine turned and framed in eighteen carat gold.  The dial itself is also a similarly detailed piece of solid gold, and has a series of luminous filled round hour markers in a style the is reminiscent of the Rolex hour markers that watch maker moved to in the late 1990's.  The 12 o'clock marker being a larger size in order to know which was is 'up' once the clock is placed on a surface.  There is also an additional small gold dot at the top of the case in order to assist with orientation.

Perhaps one of the most interesting details of the clock is the way in which the case is designed.  It is made as a true travel clock, and as such folds inside to prevent the glass and dial side being exposed once on the move.  This is done via a process of hinging and revolving (as can be seen in the second picture).  Once done then the clock looks more like a small box.

The clock is powered by a Lemania movement, and is marked as such, along with a movement number of 204***.  There is also an additional hand on the dial, which is to set the tie for the alarm.  All this is done, winding, setting through a singular crown and stem that is also beautifully hinged and hidden at the bottom of the case once pivoted on its hinge. 

The case has a number of French control marks on various parts of the case, along with a hand engraved Boucheron Paris signature, along with the unique in-house production serial number.  (Boucheron have been contacted for any additional information).  The clock is in excellent condition throughout, and the movement is working well.  The luminous material on the dial is in perfect condition and all in tact. There has been some reaction to the gold and the luminous material over the years, as can be seen in the image of the dial.  Made in France, circa 1930's.