The Sandberg Watch Collection

Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Mar 31, 2001

LOT 408

The PearUnsigned, No. 1964, Geneva, circa 1810.Fine and amusing 18 ct. gold and enamel concealed form watch in the shape of a pear.

C. Two-body, 'fermée' type, entirely decorated in champlevé enamel, the upper part in tones of dark blue and azure with gold, red and white flowers, the lower part with an azure, gold and white geometrical pattern, gold stalk forming the pendant, with gold filigree leaves. D. Silver, Roman chapters, outer minute divisions, engine-turned centre. Gold 'spearhead' hands. M. 19.6 mmo, hinged, gilt brass full plate, cylindrical pillars, 8 jewels, fusee and chain, cylinder escapement, plain three-armold balance, flat balance spring, single-footed cock.Dim. 48 x 25 mm. Published in the Sandberg book, pages 430-431.