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New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998

LOT 72

Thomas Shearwood, London, No. 455, made for the Dutch Market, with London hallmarks for 1758. Fine and unusual 22K gold triple case repousse watch.

USD 6,500 - 7,500

C. Outer double body gilt brass sharkskin covered. Second, double body , bezel and back border repousse with floral and rocaille decoration, the back with a Chinese banquet scene. Inner double body bassine, polished. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute ring. Gold Louis XV hands. M. Hinged gilt brass full plate with square baluster pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain steel three-arm balance, flat balance spring and gilt brass Dutch style cock. Signed on the back plate. Diam. 54 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 2

Very good
Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 23-51

Later

Partially reprinted

Notes

This watch is a very good example of the fascination raised in Europe by the Chinese civilisation, at the great period of the famous Company of India whose vessels were bringing back from China, magnificent silks, porcelain and lacquers among other works of art.