Important Wristwatches, Watches & Clocks
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 14, 1990
LOT 141
Unsigned, probably Bautte, Genève, circa 1840.
CHF 8,000 - 12,000
Sold: CHF 17,250
Unusual 18 ct. gold and enamel pair cased slim watch set in a matching gold and enamel pearl set bracelet. The outer case with engraved bezel is concealed in a hinged rigid bracelet, decorated overall with engraved scrolled foliage, the umbrella shaped cover with blue and white champlevé enamelled decoration the center set with a pearl. Four body inner case with reeded band, the engine turned back with a blue champlevé enamelled floral decoration. Gold cuvette. White enamel dial with Roman numerals. Blued steel "spade" hands.Gilt brass 10.5"' bar movement with going barrel, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement with a plain gilt brass three armed balance. In good condition. Watch diam. 28 mm.
