Ageron Paris 18k Gold Enamel Hand painted pocket watch 1780' Rare Collector

A fine and very rare Ageron Paris 18k Gold Enamel Hand painted open-face pocket watch 1780'

A high-quality spindle pocket watch from the French manufacturer “Ageron à Paris.” Enamel dial with Roman numerals and finely crafted gold hands. Spindle movement with a finely crafted balance cock. Chain and spindle.

Marvelous Two-tone 18k gold case; case rim with floral engraving and applied flowers in yellow and red gold. On the back, enamel hand painting framed by two-tone gold scrollwork, with a bird at the bottom and a violin beneath the pendant. Enamel hand painting depicting a mythological scene: Hermes with Dionysus and other figures against a river landscape.

Year Circa 1780'

Diameter 43 mm

Weight: 56 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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