Turtle. Wonderfully whimsical Viennese turtle form desk timepiece with enamel decoration to entirety of shell, and a central automaton clock. Exterior of turtle shell decorated with enamel scenes of nude maidens in various scenes, and similar depictions to underside surrounding a turtle at water's edge. Hinged shell opens to reveal an enamel decorated scene of a castle on a hill, and trees surrounding the clock case. Clock is comprised of a blue enamel ground surrounding the clock dial which is flanked by standing figures, bells, and floral arrangements. When button located above 12 o'clock point is pressed the figures arms repeatedly hit the bells with their hammers. Accompanied by a York Avenue Galleries/Sotheby's 29 June 95 Property Return Slip for, "An amusing Viennese Gilt-metal and enamel turtle form desk timepiece with Quar*RPC*". From a Long Island, NY estate. Dimensions: turtle measures approx. 3.5" w x 5.675" d x 2.25" h.

Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. Some enamel losses to shell where feet are attached. All timepieces sold as is.