The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Swiss manufacturer is celebrated for its striking Art Deco–era antique clocks, while its range of sumptuous luxury watches spans the gamut of modern design, each one a time capsule of its period.
Jaeger-LeCoultre was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. LeCoultre was also an inventor who, in 1844, created the millionomètre. As the first instrument to measure thousandths of a millimeter with total accuracy, it refined the meticulous watchmaking process. By 1866, LeCoultre's son, Elie LeCoultre, took over the business. He revolutionized watchmaking by bringing all 180 skills involved in the trade into one workshop: LeCoultre & Cie Manufacture.
By 1903, the company had passed to Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-David LeCoultre. He created a signature line of ultra-thin watches in partnership with Edmond Jaeger, a French watchmaker who specialized in flat watch cases. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively at LeCoultre in Switzerland. This era saw the debut of Cartier’s Santos as well as its Tank watch.
Watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre began to experiment with the Art Deco style that had encompassed the 1920s and the 1930s. At the time, there were many influences that led to the creation of Art Deco jewelry, while the cases of Art Deco clocks featured architectural details and saw an integration of materials such as brass, glass and marble. Iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre designs from this era include the 1928 Atmos clock and the Reverso watch. Stylish and practical, the coveted Reverso watch features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face.
During the 1950s and '60s, Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmakers continued the manufacturer’s tradition of prioritizing practical reliability. In 1958, the company introduced the robust and durable Geophysic watch collection. The Memovox Polaris, an alarm-equipped dive watch one could wear underwater, followed in 1968.
The best-known timepiece in the company's modern collection is the Master Control watch, unveiled in 1992. It symbolizes a return to the thin style and performance-first ethic of classic Jaeger-LeCoultre. In 2018, the watchmaker also launched the Polaris collection. Inspired by the original Memovox, the series features a sporty, elegant and contemporary look.
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Atmos Jaeger LeCoultre Clock 35069 circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Jaeger Lecoultre Atmos clock with a very low serial number. In good condition with some tarnish.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos III Mid Century Swiss Clock Caliber 526
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
This is a remarkable Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos III clock from the 1960s, a true icon of Swiss horology. Powered by the famous caliber 526, this mid-century piece carries an approximate ...
Metal
Swiss Jaeger-Lecoultre Atmos Mantle Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Bradenton, FL
Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Perpetual Mantel Clock, made in Switzerland, circa 1981. The LeCoultre Company was founded in 1935 and produced some of the most iconic luxury mantle and table...
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Atmos Jaeger LeCoultre Clock Gold Plated 287992 1960s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
An Atmos clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold plated and glass frame. In very clean condition.
Brass
$5,000
H 9.45 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre Baby Atmos Clock 526-5, Brass & Glass, Circa 1950
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Atmos clock model 526-5 made of brass and glass. Once set, this watch can run for years and years without winding it. Switzerland, CIRCA 1950.
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Jaeger LeCoultre desk clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Jaeger LeCoultre desk clock 1952 model (very rare) 8-day winding Mid-century style Swiss origin circa 1950 Perfectly working Some wear on the patina due to use Jaeger-LeCoultre is a ...
Metal
Jaeger Le Coultre Tuxedo Atmos Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Norwich, GB
JAEGER LE COULTRE Tuxedo Atmos clock with Ruby jewelled movement signed ‘Jaeger Le Coultre’. Silvered dial with baton numerals and original gol...
Gold Plate
$989Sale Price|33% Off
H 6.7 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in
Midcentury Table Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, Switzerland
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass and glass construction with eight days movement. Made by Jaeger-LeCoultre in Switzerland in the 1960s.
Brass
A 20th century Jaeger-Le-Coultre weather station timepiece
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Weather station housed in a rectangular brushed steel case with main clock dial mounted on a dark blue ground with white raised chapter ring signed ‘Jaeger Le Coultre, Elec...
Steel
$6,189
H 9.25 in W 7 in D 5.25 in
Jaeger LeCoultre Mid-Century Marina Poissons Brass and Glass Atmos Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A stunning Jaeger LeCoultre mid-century Marina 'Poissons' Atmos clock with gilded fishes to the front and sides. This piece looks wonderful on a desk in a study, or on a mantelpiece ...
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Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Clock manufactured in 1979, Roman Numerals
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger-LeCoultre – Atmos clock with Roman numerals Switzerland Brass, glass Year of manufacture: 1979 Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 18 x 13.5 cm Description: Atmos V Calibre 526 in ...
Brass
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Royale from 1980, Table Clock that LIVES ON AIR
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Royale Ref. 5855 Switzerland Gold-plated and lacquered brass Year of manufacture 1980 Dimensions: H x W x D: 28 x 22 x 16 cm Description: Atmos Royale Ref...
Brass
Jaeger LeCoultre, Desk Clock, Atmos Prestige, Limited Edition, 1980s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Greven, DE
Atmos Clock - "Prestige" by Jaeger LeCoultre with original box Switzerland Gold-plated brass 1980s Dimensions: H x W x D: 27 x 17 x 16 cm Description: The Atmos Prestige from Jaeg...
Brass
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Clock Royale in Red Flamed Case, Switzerland 1977
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger-LeCoultre – Atmos Royale Switzerland Lacquered brass Year of manufacture: 1977 Dimensions: H x W x D: 27 x 23 x 14 cm Description: Atmos Royale Ref. 5819 in a red-flamed an...
Brass
Jaeger LeCoultre, Red atmos Clock with Original Box, Manufactured in 1973
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre - Red Atmos Clock in Original Box Switzerland Gold-plated brass Year of manufacture 1973 Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 17 x 11 cm Description: Rare Atmos VII "Embas...
Brass
Jaeger Lecoultre, Atmos Clock from 1967 with Original Box
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos clock Switzerland Brass gold plated Year of manufacture 1967 Dimensions: H x W x D: 22 x 17 x 11 cm Description: Atmos VII in gold-plated brass case with black lacquered sides and matt gold brushed dial. Instead of numbers, we see two double lines for 3, 6, 9 and 12 and single lines for the remaining hours. There is a raised logo below the 12, and the words "JAEGER LECOULTRE" and "ATMOS" above and below the hands. A stamped "Swiss Made" logo is located above the dragonfly. Serial number: 252201, year of manufacture 1967. This clock is based on the calibre 528/1 movement and was listed by Jaeger LeCoultre under ref. number 5900. The model was only built from 1967-1970 and is rare to find in the trade today due to its small number of pieces. The original transport box, the so-called "tabernacle", makes this clock doubly interesting. Instead of the usually used levelling screws, which are operated from inside the case, the Atmos VII has a wheel each on the left and right outside of the base for levelling. Condition: The movement runs absolutely reliable and accurate. The condition of the case is also very nice. The gilding is well preserved. There are minimal traces of cleaning on the dial, barely visible to the naked eye. There are also some rusted screws on the underside of the clock, which is not visible in use. The photos are not "embellished", the case condition is as shown in the photos. Points to know: Although Leonardo da Vinci was already able to prove that the production of a perpetual motion machine is physically impossible, it has been tried again...
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