The Private Collection of Theodor Beyer
Hotel Baur Au Lac, Zurich, Nov 16, 2003
LOT 52
Virel à Genève, circa 1810. Fine gilt brass and enamel watch with concealed erotic scene.
CHF 4,000 - 6,000
EUR 2,600 - 3,900 / USD 3,000 - 4,400
Sold: CHF 5,980
C. Three-body, polished back, fluted band, fixed cuvette painted on enamel depicting a young officer greeting his ladyafter a long absence. D. White enamel, Breguet numerals, outer minute divisions, winding aperture at 2 o'clock. Brass "sunray" hands. M. 45.1 mm (20'''), hinged, frosted gilt fullplate with cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement brass balance with flat balance spring,continental cock.Signed on dial and movement.Diam. 52 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-51 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-19-23-01 |
Good Dent(s) Later HANDS Original |