Antiquorum in Love, Impotant Horology...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 16, 1997
LOT 57
Unsigned, circa 1790. "Sacrifice a Priape" Fine and unusual gilt bronze watch key, set with an erotic intaglio.
CHF 3,000 - 4,000
USD 2,000 - 2,800
Sold: CHF 4,893
Oval, framed by two serpents, the back chased in a sunburst pattern, the onyx intaglio engraved with a scene featuring a procession in celebration to Priape. Dim. 55 x 39 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 4-18 |
Fair Spotted |