Important Watches and Wristwatches
Hong Kong, Hotel Furama, May 28, 1989
Anonymous, Geneva, circa 1800. Chia Ch'ing.
Very fine 18-carat gold and enamel pearl set pendant watch in form of a tulip. Three body case, decorated overall, the body with a translucent red enamel over engine turning and ' champlevé' green leaves, the opening petals with a painted multicoloured enamel. White enamel dial with Breguet numerals, gold ' spade' hands. Gilt brass full plate movement with cylindrical pillars, ' fusee' and chain, verge escapement with plain brass three armed balance, continental cock and polished steel star endpiece. In very good condition. 42 x 27 mm.