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Hotel Noga Hilton, Nov 14, 2004

LOT 145

Andre Wenger, Paris, 1930s. Highly important collection of hand- painted watercolor designs for watch cases.

CHF 5,000 - 7,000

EUR 3,000 - 4,500 / USD 4,000 - 5,500

Sold: CHF 5,750

C. Painted on heavy paper, the collection of sixteen pieces com -prises unusual pocket cases, a rectangular gentleman's enameledcase, and lady's enamel cases. It is known that two decorated watchwere shown at the 1929 Barcelona Exhibition. Most are marked withreference number, some also stamped with Wenger's stamp.Additionally, two Wenger's studio photographs oftwo cases.Dim. 25 x 30 cm (album).


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Grade: A

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For a biography, see lot 150.