Important watches, wristwatches & clocks
New York, Dec 07, 1988
LOT 57
Bonneval à Paris, circa 1700. Gilt brass Louis XIV oignon.
USD 2,200 - 2,500
The double body case chased with a mythological scene and further formal decoration (rubbed). Gilt brass dial with Roman numerals and concentric Arabic minute ring on enamelled cartouches. Later blued steel hands. Full plate movement with Egyptian pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, plain three armed steel balance, fine continental gilt metal cock, pierced and engraved with scrolls, masks, flowers and foxes. In good condition. Diam. 60 mm.
