18k Gold Enamel Hand painted pocket watch 1850' Rare Collector

A fine and very rare18k Gold Enamel Hand painted key wound open-face pocket watch 1850' Rare Collector

A delicate, richly decorated spindle clock. Enamel dial with Roman numerals for the hours, blued Breguet hands. Gilded spindle movement with a finely openworked bridge for the three-leg balance wheel.

Beautiful 18k Gold Case back depicting a house with a tower by a lake, with hills in the background. Framed by multi-tiered engraving inlaid with multicolored enamel. The edge of the case back and the rim of the glass feature a wavy decoration with engraved lines, dots, and leaves.

Year Circa 1850'

Diameter 38 mm

Weight: 34 g

Condition: Very well preserved

Beautiful, rare historic one of one collector timepiece!

A special unique gift 

From a carefully preserved private Swiss collection, this exceptional pocket watch represent a rare opportunity to acquire authentic pieces of horological history.

Spanning different eras of watchmaking, this marvelous timepiece reflect a period when every movement was assembled and finished largely by hand, long before modern industrial production transformed the art of watchmaking.

This piece make part of these watches that were created by renowned makers who supplied noble families, royal courts and distinguished gentlemen of their time. Beyond their mechanical beauty, they are true witnesses of the evolution of craftsmanship, precision and decorative arts.

Many examples feature beautifully engraved cases, enamel work, finely decorated dials and elegant hand-finished movements, showcasing the extraordinary savoir-faire and artistic métiers of their era. Each watch carries its own charm, character and historical presence.

The watch has been carefully stored for decades in a Swiss bank vault and preserved in remarkably well-kept condition considering the age of this historical piece. As with all vintage and historical timepieces, a service is always recommended prior to regular use in order to ensure optimal functioning and preservation.

Whether you are a passionate collector, a lover of history, or simply someone seeking an object with soul and provenance, this pocket watch offers the unique chance to own a genuine fragment of horological heritage.

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