The Art of Horology in Geneva
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 13, 1999
LOT 105
Blondel & Melly à Genève No. 13720, made for the Islamic Market, circa 1830.Extremely fine and rare 18K gold and enamel watch with matching chain and gold and enamel ratchet key.
CHF 9,000 - 11,000
Sold: CHF 14,950
C. Three body, fully enamelled in a shark-skin pattern, the back painted with a fine composition of summer flowers. Hinged gold cuvette engraved with technical details. D. White enamel with Turkish numerals and sunk subsidiary seconds. Blued stleel Breguet hands. M. 18''', gilt brass, bar calibre, 13 jewels, swan neck lateral lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, flat balance spring.Signed on the cuvette, Islamic signature on the dial.Diam. 51 mm.
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Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 - 6 |
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Movement: * 3 |
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Dial: 3 - 01 |
Notes
Blondel & MellyWatchmakers and dealers at 15, Quai des Bergues, between 1820 and 1850, who were known for well finished watches and enamelled boxes with pearls and gemstones. Specialised in the export of fine watches for the Islamic Market.