Sold for:
34,500 HKD
34,500 HKD
Geneva, circa 1815. Fine 18K gold keyless musical seal. Accompanied by original morocco fitted box. Oval, made up of four gold repoussé and engraved Sphinxes joined by oval rings, swivel suspension pendant functioning as the winding key, unusual knurled band with crosshatched pattern and continuous leaf stem,polished bottom, activating bolt on the band. Oval 26 x 17 mm, brass with pinned barrel and eight stacked tuned vibrating blades, pinion governor in adjustable bushing for tempo adjustment.Dim. height 35 mm, base 28 x 20 mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2004-06-06
