Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002
LOT 449
Vacheron & Constantin, Genève,No. 291675, case No. 175981, made for Hausmann & Co., Roma, circa 1890.Fine silver and gold hunting-cased pocket watch.
CHF 2,700 - 3,700
EUR 1,800 - 2,500
Sold: CHF 3,910
C. Four-body, "bassine", entirely engine-turned with vermicelli pattern, silver hinged cuvette, gold hinges. D. White enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary sunk seconds. Gold "spade" hands. M. 43 mm. (19'''), frosted gilt, 15 jewels, straight line "moustache" lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance with blued steel Breguet balance spring.Signed on dial, case and movement.Diam. 53 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |
Notes
For over 200 years, Hausmann has told time in Rome. Founded in 1794 by Ernst Hausmann, a young German clockmaker who, along with his friend and partner Hermann Frielingsdorf, gave its patent letters of nobility to the art of clockmaking in Rome. Situated in the city's historical center, Hausmann still inhabits the same elegant premises they moved to in 1891. The firm represents the most prestigious name in clocks and watches. It is responsible for the maintenance of the precious clocks in the drwing-rooms and apartments of the Vatican.