Importantes Montres de Collection
Geneva, Nov 13, 2011
LOT 268
REVOLVING BEAUTIES Arnold Schweizer-Schatzmann, Chaux-de-Fonds, Swiss Patent No. 24340 of December 23, 1901. Fine and unusual, gunmetal, keyless pocket watch with passing erotic automata.
CHF 900 - 1,100
USD 1,000 - 1,200 / EUR 750 - 900
Sold: CHF 1,125
C. Double body, "bassine", the back centered with a glazed aperture for viewing the erotic images of four semi-nude portraits of vamps. D. White enamel with Arabic numerals on green guilloche enamel reserves, outer minute divisions with gold fi ve-minute divisions, subsidiary seconds. Gilt Louis hands. M. 19''', nickel-plated, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain brass three-arm balance, fl at balance spring with regulator. Case punched with Swiss patent number 24340. Diam. 51.5 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-38 |
Good Slightly rubbed |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-70-01 |
Good ENAMEL AND VARIOUS TYPES OF DECORATION Hairline HANDS Original |