GOLD AND ENAMEL CYLINDER POCKET WATCH – 1850

Signed Swiss
Circa 1850
Diameter 41 mm

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£3,245.00

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Step into the elegance of the mid-19th century with this exquisite ‌Swiss cylinder pocket⁢ watch, a true ⁤testament to ⁢the artistry and craftsmanship of the era. Encased in a beautifully crafted gold and enamel open face, this timepiece is ⁤not just a ‌watch but a piece‌ of history. It‌ houses a keywind gilt Lepine calibre movement with a ‍suspended going barrel, a polished ​steel regulator, and a plain three-arm gilt‍ balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring. The polished‍ steel cylinder ​and steel escape wheel, along ⁣with the silver dial featuring a decoratively engraved​ center, Roman numerals, and gold hands, add to ⁤its mechanical and aesthetic allure. What sets this watch apart is its intricately engraved ⁣gold open face case, adorned with ‍a ⁣finely painted ⁣polychrome enamel ‍scene depicting a lady and a cupid in a chapel, making it a unique collector's item. The engine-turned gold cuvette, through ​which the watch is wound and set,‍ adds​ an extra layer of sophistication. This timepiece, signed Swiss and dating back to circa 1850, with a diameter of 41 mm, is a stunning representation of ⁤the⁣ period's Swiss craftsmanship, offering delicate details, exquisite materials, and an intricate design that will captivate‍ both watch enthusiasts⁣ and collectors ‌alike.

This is a mid 19th Century Swiss cylinder watch that comes in a beautifully crafted gold and enamel open face case. It has a keywind gilt Lepine calibre movement with a suspended going barrel, a plain cock with a polished steel regulator, and a plain three arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring. The watch also features a polished steel cylinder and steel escape wheel, as well as a silver dial with a decoratively engraved centre, Roman numerals, and gold hands.

What makes this watch truly unique is its engraved gold open face case, featuring a well-painted polychrome enamel scene of a lady and a cupid in a chapel. The watch is wound and set through the engine turned gold cuvette, which adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication.

Overall, this watch is a stunning representation of mid 19th Century Swiss craftsmanship, with its delicate details, exquisite materials, and intricate design. It is a true work of art that both watch enthusiasts and collectors alike will surely appreciate.

Signed Swiss
Circa 1850
Diameter 41 mm

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