4,600 CHF
Unsigned, Swiss, circa 1820. Fine and interesting 18K gold skeletonized quarter-repeating watch. Four-body, "Empire", the back engraved with a house under a tree, engine-turned border, reeded band, gilt hinged cuvette. White enamel chapter ring with Breguet numerals, glazed center for viewing the movement. Polished steel "Breguet" hands. 47 mm., gilt skeletonized and engraved brass, cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement brass balance with flat balance spring, double footed steel cock.Case punched "C&LL"Diam. 55 mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2003-06-14