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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 14, 1993
Charles Oudin, Horloger de la Marine, Palais Royal, 52, Paris, No. 27140, circa 1890. Fine and unusual keyless oval pendant watch, in the Art-Nouveau Gothik style.
C. Three body, massive, oval "bassine et filets", with engraved band and bezels, the back overlaid with a pierced and chased panel depicting Cherubs and masks against acantluis foliage, with dolphin mask swivel bow.Gold cuvette. D. Pink gold chased in high relief with scrolls and the head of an angel, the Roman numerals on a polished chapter ring. Gilt serpent and dolphin hands. M. 12,5"', frosted and gilt, bar calibre, cylinder escapement, plain brass three-arm balance and flat balance spring. Signed on the dial and cuvette. ln very good condition. Dim. 58 x 34 mm.