The van Cauwenbergh Collection
Hong Kong, Hotel Furama, May 29, 1989
GOLAY LERESCHE à Genève, circa 1850.
Fine 18-carat gold and enamel diamond set folding lorgnette with a concealed watch. The watch is set in the handle, finely engraved both side with scrolls, the cover of a blue translucent enamel over engine turning with an inlaid rose diamond set floral decoration. White enamel dial with Roman numerals (hair crack). Blued steel 'spade' hands. Gilt brass bar movement, 6 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain gilt brass three armed balance. In good condition. Dim. 92x20 mm.