The Art of Horology in Geneva
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 13, 1999
LOT 128
Ancienne Maison B. Haas Jeune, Haas Neveux & Cie. Srs. Genève, Paris, No. 24213, circa 1900.Fine 18K gold and enamel, Art Nouveau keyless watch.
CHF 7,000 - 8,000
C. Four body, massive, "demi-bassine", fully decorated with raised thistle flower and foliage in an Art Nouveau pattern, against a light green ground. Hinged gold cuvette with a dedication dated August 15, 1901. D. White enamel with Breguet numerals, sunk centre and subsidiary seconds; Gold "spade" hands. M. 17''', rhodium plated, "fausses côtes" decoration with Geneva quality marks, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring.Signed on the dial, cuvette and movement.Diam. 49 mm.
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 - 17 |
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Movement: * 4 - 5 |
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Dial: 3 - 13 - 01 |