Atmos Clock by Jaeger Lecoultre, 1978

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Clock with Box and Papers

Switzerland
Brass gold plated
Year of manufacture 1978

Dimensions: H x W x D: 24 x 21 x 16 cm.

Atmos Vendome calibre 526 with gold-plated base and fluted columns.
White dial with Roman hours and Arabic minutes. Breguet hands.

The Atmos Vendome was produced in several variations. with a gilded base or also with a marble base. The first Vendome appeared in 1962.
The model offered here was manufactured by Jaeger LeCoultre under ref. number 5834 from 1973 to 1985.

Serial number: 494564
Year of manufacture: 1978.

Especially collectible with the original shipping box and papers. This timepiece was sold on 06.04.1979 at the Christ jewelry store in Frankfurt.

Condition:
Perfect functionality. Absolute accuracy.
The photos are not "embellished", the case condition is as shown in the photos. In most of the photos the clock is shown without the front cover, due to the reflection of the flash when taking photos.

Interesting facts:
The "clock that lives on air" uses the "breathing movements" of a gas-filled bellows that occur during temperature fluctuations to wind the movement.
The movement of the clock stands out due to its cylindrical box on the back. Inside, a bellows-shaped expansion chamber contains chloroethyl, a gas that expands particularly strongly between 10 °C and 27 °C.
A temperature difference of just one degree Celsius winds the watch for 48 hours. This interesting winding mechanism is complemented by an excellent movement of the utmost precision with a heavy torsion pendulum.
The condition for the accuracy of the clock is a stable and vibration-free installation.

For decades, the Atmos has been Switzerland's official state gift to prominent visitors, e.g. politicians from abroad.

[Source: Jean Lebet - Living on Air / Jürgen Abeler - Ullstein Uhrenbuch]

The Atmos Vendome is illustrated in the literature:
Jean Lebet - Living on Air p. 69

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Creator	Jaeger LeCoultre
Manufacturer	Jaeger LeCoultre
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Year	1978
Production Period	1970 to 1979
Country of Manufacture	Switzerland
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Modernist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use, Perfect functionality. Absolute accuracy. The photos are not "embellished", the case condition is as shown in the photos.
Product Code	ZLE-2044421
Materials	Brass, Glass
Color	Gold, green
Width	21 cm 21 cm
Depth	16 cm 16 cm
Height	24 cm 24 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Germany
Returns	Returns accepted within two days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

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You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

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