French lépine in Breguet style made by a student of Breguet Circa 1830

Flat lépine made by Augustin Merceron
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A fine, flat lépine in the style of Breguet, made by Augustin Merceron, a student of Breguet, in Angoulême, France, circa  1830. The watch features an open faced 18 carat red gold case with a repetition pusher in the pendant. The case is made in the Breguet style and has a fine “à goutte” quality with an engine turned back. The silver engine-turned dial is adorned with rose gold Breguet hands, adding to the watch’s elegance and sophistication. The movement has a very fine calibre with temperature compensation and parachute and repeating hours and quarters. This level of precision and attention to detail was typical of Breguet and his students, who were known for their dedication to craftsmanship and innovation.
The dust cover of the watch is signed by Augustin Merceron himself, proudly proclaiming him to be an “Elève de Breguet” (a student of Breguet). This serves as a reminder of the rich history and tradition that surrounds this timepiece.
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Diameter: 52.5 mm
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Weight: 80 g
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Signed: Augustin Merceron “Elève de Breguet” à Angoulême
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The entire watch is of very high quality and the Breguet environment is evident.
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Augustin Merceron was a French clockmaker, active between 1830 and 1840 in Angoulême. He signed his watches Chronométrier Elève De Breguet (chronometer maker, student of Breguet). From 1824 he completed his apprenticeship at Breguet and then worked for Breguet until around 1830.