Important Wristwatches, Watches & Clocks
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 11, 1992
LOT 376
Charles Bruguier, Geneva, circa 1840. Fine silver-gilt and enamel singing bird box.
CHF 10,000 - 12,000
C. Two part, in polished tortoiseshell. Hinged compartment for a key. Lid enamelled with a lakeside landscape ( invisible repair), the interior with a panel of flowers. Foliage engraved gilt brass grille. Multi-coloured feathered bird with moving body, wings, tail, opening beak and turning head. M. Brass plates, fusee with chain and rectangular bellows. Signed on the movement, and retailer' s name on the case. In very good condition. Dims. 93 mm. x 61 mm. 35 mm.
