Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 10, 2015
LOT 161
A SPRING BOUQUET CHINESE MARKET WATCH Swiss, case No. 7340. Made for the Chinese market, circa 1880. Fine, large, gilt-metal, painted on enamel and pearl-set centerseconds pocket watch.
CHF 25,000 - 35,000
HKD 200,000 - 285,000 / USD 26,000 - 36,000
Sold: CHF 33,750
Three-body, Empire, reeded band, the back painted on enamel with a large flower bouquet on a blue ground, pearl-set bezels, pendant and bow. Glazed gilt-rimmed cover over the movement. White enamel, narrow radial Roman numerals, center seconds, outer minute divisions. Blued steel Chinese hands. 56 mm. entirely engraved gilt Chinese caliber, 10 jewels, free-standing barrel, counterpoised lateral lever escapement, three-arm balance with blued steel winged weights, blued steel flat balance spring, index regulator. Case numbered.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-70-01 |
Good ENAMEL AND VARIOUS TYPES OF DECORATION Hairline HANDS Original |