Important Collectors Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Nov 16, 2008
LOT 5
Martinot a Paris. Made circa 1690. Fine and rare, Louis XIV, gilt brass, single-hand oignon watch.
CHF 3,500 - 4,500
USD 3,200 - 4,200 / EUR 2,200 - 2,800
Sold: CHF 4,560
C. Two-body, ?oignon?, the back chased and engraved with inhabited foliage and strapwork, foliate strapwork border and bezel, square hinge, loose ring pendant. D. White enamel with radial large black painted Roman numerals, inner quarter-hour ring, winding aperture at 2. Blued steel tulip hand. M. 47 mm, frosted gilt full plate, divided Egyptian pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, four-arm steel balance, short balance spring, pierced and chased cock decorated with foliage, primitive-type regulator. Movement signed. Diam. 59 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-11 |
Good Slightly worn |
Movement: 3-19* |
Good Dent(s) Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-24-27-32-03 |
Good Slightly chipped Custom-made Slightly restored HANDS Period |