French gold, enamel and diamond quarter repeater Circa 1780
- Kenmerk
- TA4559
- Diameter
- 41 mm
- Estimate
- € 2.500 - 5.000
- Price sold
- € 2400
Gold open faced verge by Romilly
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A French gold, enamel and rose cut diamond set quarter repeating pocket watch, circa 1780. Verge escapement, gilt movement bridge pierced and engraved. White enamel dial and pastes between Roman numerals. The back polychrome enamelled scene with two doves. Red translucent enamel with flower decoration and the bezel is set with diamonds. The dial and movement were signed.
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Diameter: 41 mm
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Signed: Romilly Paris
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Romilly, also known as Honoré Pons-Alexandre Romilly, was a watchmaker in Paris during the late 1800s and early 1900s centuries. He was born in 1758 in the town of Tonbridge, England and received a formal education at a school in Greenwich. Later on, he went to study law at the University of Edinburgh but dropped out to pursue his passion for horology and became known for his exceptional skills and innovations in watchmaking. He died in 1835. Some of Romilly’s most notable accomplishments as a watchmaker include:
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Improved escapement design: he made significant contributions to developing escapements, which are vital components in mechanical watches. His improvements helped increase accuracy and reliability in timekeeping.
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Invention of the detached lever escapement: Romilly is credited with inventing the detached lever escapement, a type of escapement mechanism used in watches. This invention improved the accuracy and precision of timekeeping.
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Precision timekeeping: he was known for his ability to create highly accurate timepieces. His watches were sought after by collectors and connoisseurs due to their precision and reliability.
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Influence on watchmaking: Romilly’s innovations and expertise had a significant impact on the watchmaking industry during his time. His designs and techniques were widely adopted by other watchmakers, further advancing the field.
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Signed: Romilly Paris
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Romilly, also known as Honoré Pons-Alexandre Romilly, was a watchmaker in Paris during the late 1800s and early 1900s centuries. He was born in 1758 in the town of Tonbridge, England and received a formal education at a school in Greenwich. Later on, he went to study law at the University of Edinburgh but dropped out to pursue his passion for horology and became known for his exceptional skills and innovations in watchmaking. He died in 1835. Some of Romilly’s most notable accomplishments as a watchmaker include:
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Improved escapement design: he made significant contributions to developing escapements, which are vital components in mechanical watches. His improvements helped increase accuracy and reliability in timekeeping.
–
Invention of the detached lever escapement: Romilly is credited with inventing the detached lever escapement, a type of escapement mechanism used in watches. This invention improved the accuracy and precision of timekeeping.
–
Precision timekeeping: he was known for his ability to create highly accurate timepieces. His watches were sought after by collectors and connoisseurs due to their precision and reliability.
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Influence on watchmaking: Romilly’s innovations and expertise had a significant impact on the watchmaking industry during his time. His designs and techniques were widely adopted by other watchmakers, further advancing the field.
Signed: Romilly Paris
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