Charming French gold enamel open faced watch Circa 1790
- Kenmerk
- TD0104
- Diameter
- 51 mm
- Estimate
- € 4.500 - 7.500
- Price sold
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Gold and enamel verge pocket watch
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A charming gold enamel pocket watch “Allegory of Innocence and Fidelity” with original silk lined Morocco case, circa 1790.
An 18 Carat gold polychrome enamel pocket watch, enamel dial, full plate movement, chain fusee, verge escapement, three arm brass balance.
The enamelled back of this delicate pocket watch is decorated with a round medallion with a fine en grisaille miniature; the medallion is set on light blue ground and shows a winged putto, hovering above a lamb on the right and a dog on the left with flower wreaths in his hands. The lamb and the dog symbolise innocence and loyalty.
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A charming gold enamel pocket watch “Allegory of Innocence and Fidelity” with original silk lined Morocco case, circa 1790.
An 18 Carat gold polychrome enamel pocket watch, enamel dial, full plate movement, chain fusee, verge escapement, three arm brass balance.
The enamelled back of this delicate pocket watch is decorated with a round medallion with a fine en grisaille miniature; the medallion is set on light blue ground and shows a winged putto, hovering above a lamb on the right and a dog on the left with flower wreaths in his hands. The lamb and the dog symbolise innocence and loyalty.
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Diameter: 51 mm
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Weight: 97 g
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Signed: Chantrot Paris
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Louis Chantrot or Chantreau became master in 1787.
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Weight: 97 g
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Signed: Chantrot Paris
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Louis Chantrot or Chantreau became master in 1787.
Sectretarial note on petition “Rien à faire”. A second petition made to the revolutionary Government.
(Case is very good, slightly scratched, slightly worn, movement very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended)
Signed: Chantrot Paris
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