Important watches, wristwatches & clocks
New York, Dec 07, 1988
LOT 106
Rich(ard) Wilson, London, circa 1760. 18-carat gold pair cased quarter repeating watch, with a leather protecting case.
USD 5,000 - 6,000
Double body outer pierced case, repoussé with a mythological scene and further rocaille decoration, bassine inner case, pierced with scrolls and engraved with a mask. Gilt metal dust cap. Withe enamel dial with Roman numerals and concentric minute ring. Blued steel "pecker" and "beetle" hands. Full plate movement with baluster pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, plain brass three armed balance, English cock. In good condition. Diam. 49 mm.
