Designed as a round case with rope twist surround and woven sides, the inlaid turquoise dial with ribbed inset and set with round turquoise cabochon indicators, completed by two turquoise bead feet, the reverse with covered winding and alarm mechanisms, mounted in gold

METAL: 18k yellow gold
SIGNATURE: VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
MARKS: Made in France 18K and numbered
SIZE/DIMENSIONS: 5.5 cm diameter
GROSS WEIGHT: 123.2 grams
Circa 1960

With its rope twist surround and radiating gold dial, this charming turquoise alarm clock exhibits several iconic design elements from Van Cleef & Arpels. At this time, Van Cleef was in full effect making whimsical yellow gold jewels and accessories that catered to a luxurious yet playful lifestyle. This particular clock is a wonderful example of Van Cleef & Arpels ingenious use of materials to create a jeweled functional object of the mid-20th century.