50,600 HKD
Unsigned, Swiss, circa 1825. Fine 18K gold quarter-repeating watch with automaton Jacks. Three-body, “Empire”, polished back, reeded band with a bolt to block the repeater. Spring-loaded gilded cuvette. White enamel ring with Breguet hour numerals and outer minute divisions, glazed center disclosing two multicolored gold and silver putti standing on two horns-of-plenty, striking the hours and quarters on two bells, a third one sitting below, points towards a quiver with Love arrows. Gilt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain brss three-arm balance with flat balance spring. Gilt brass continental cock with stone steel end-piece. Repeating on gongs by depressing the pendant.Diam. 55 mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2001-06-08