Exceptional horologic works of art
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Oct 11, 2003
LOT 302
Breguet, Swiss, No. 8041, circa 1815. Fine and rare, gilt brass, silver and enamel watch.
CHF 10,000 - 15,000
EUR 6,500 - 9,800
Sold: CHF 10,925
C. three-body, Empire, the faceted gilt brass band engraved with foliate decoration, the silver bezel decorated en suite. The back enamel panel painted with a very fine portrait of the Emperor, the silver frame with decoration matching that of the bezel and engraved: Bonaparte Empereur. D. white enamel with Breguet numerals. Gold ?spade? hands. M. gilt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, the border of the back plate engraved with branches of foliage, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plin brass three-arm balance, flat balance spring, gilt brass continental cock, polished steel end-piece.Dial and movement signed.Diam. 58 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 4 |
Fair |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 05 |