Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.
Geneva, Nov 11, 2018
LOT 344
PUNCHINELLO
CHF 9,000 - 14,000
HKD 72,000 - 112,000 / USD 9,000 - 14,000
Rare and unusual, 18K gold quarter-repeating watch with multicolored gold striking Jacks and an automaton scene of Punchinello appearing to strike the hour bell, with a total of four automaton actions.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-11 |
Good Slightly worn |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-8-01 |
Good Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Schuttleworth
Year 1810
Caliber 18'''
Dimensions 55 mm.
Signature on the Cuvette.
Notes
In this uncommon automaton scene the figure of Punchinello enters the aperture at the top from the left when the pendant is depressed, after he has struck the hours he disappears and the cherubs below then strike the quarters. Three other watches with this configuration have been sold by Antiquorum: Geneva, June 14th, 2003, lot 183; Geneva, November 13th, 2011, lot 198; Hong Kong, February 26th, 2012, lot 157,November 10th,2013,lot 313.