Sold for:
1,766,250 JPY
1,766,250 JPY
Hughes, London, No. 2123, circa 1775. Rare gilt metal and enamel watch with concealed erotic scenes. Three body, Louis XV style, with engraved bezels, decorated in apple green enamel, the back with discreetly courting couple, the concealed interior with scenes of two very indiscreet couples. White enamel, Roman and Arabic numerals. Blued-steel "beetle-and-poker" hands. GiIt full plate, fusee with chain, verge escapement, polished balance and pierced English cock. Signed movement. In good condition. Diam. 37mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
1990-12-15
