Gold 18K quarter repeater for the Turkish market Circa 1817
- Kenmerk
- SB0787
- Diameter
- 53 mm
- Estimate
- € 10.000 - 20.000
- Price sold
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Rose gold open faced quarter repeater by Breguet et Fils
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A French rose gold open faced quarter repeating pocket watch made for the Turkish market, circa 1817. Gilt movement, ruby cylinder escapement, three arm brass balance, parachute suspension on the upper pivot, bimetallic temperature compensation curb. Signed and numbered gilt cuvette. White enamel dial, Turkish numerals and blued steel moon hands. Engine turned case with reeded bezel and border. Dial signed. With elaborate ratchet key. With a certificate confirming that this watch was sold through Leroy in Constantinople on 22nd May 1817 and a fitted presentation case.
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Diameter: 53 mm
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Signed: Breguet et Fils
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In the early part of 19th century, Breguet delivered watches to clients in the Ottoman Empire. His success rapidly spread among the dignitaries, he even received a commission from the Ottoman Sultan Slim III. This all became possible through Breguet’s friend the Ottoman ambassador Esseid Ali Effendi to whom he was introduced by Prince Talleyrand, who later became the Minister of the Navy.
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In the early part of 19th century, Breguet delivered watches to clients in the Ottoman Empire. His success rapidly spread among the dignitaries, he even received a commission from the Ottoman Sultan Slim III. This all became possible through Breguet’s friend the Ottoman ambassador Esseid Ali Effendi to whom he was introduced by Prince Talleyrand, who later became the Minister of the Navy.
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The present example was sold through Breguet’s agent Leroy and was almost certainly intended for a prominent figure of the time. The type of case used on this watch is very typical of watches made for the Turkish market.
Signed: Breguet et Fils
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