Important Jewelry, Watches and Wristw...
Hong Kong, Furama Hotel, Jun 07, 1999
LOT 478
Coliau a Paris, No. 984, circa 1775. "Bacchus and Ariadne" Fine gilt brass and enamel pair cased watch.
HKD 25,000 - 28,000
USD 3,500 - 4,000
Sold: HKD 27,600
C. Double body glazed gilt brass outer protecting case, the inner double body Louis XV, the back enamel panel painted with a scene depicting Bacchus and Ariadne visited by Cupid, the inside enamel backing painted en grisaille, with a traveller. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute ring. Gold Louis XV hands. M. Hinged gilt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain brass three-arm balance, flat balance spring, gilt brass continental cock with polished steel end-piece. Signed on the dial and back plate. Diam 47 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-6 |
Good Slightly oxidized |
Movement: *4 |
Fair Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-4-01 |
Good Fair HANDS Original |