32,200 CHF
Pearl Flower Attributed to William Anthony, London, No. 2981, London hallmarks for 1795-96. Fine and rare large 18K gold and enamel, pearl-set, slim center-seconds watch, made for the Chinese market. Two-body, back cover with translucent imperial blue enamel over very elaborate engine-turning centered by asplit pearl flower, pearl-set bezels with white and blue enamel frame, pendant and neck decorated en suite, concealed hinges. Gold cuvette hinged to the movement ring. White enamel, radial Roman numerals, outer minute divisions. Gold "moon" hands. 42 mm, gilt and engraved, free-standing barrel, cylinder escapement with brass escape wheel, plain brass three-arm balance, flat balance-spring.Diam. 59 mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2003-10-11
