Bulova Rose Gold Plated Rectangular Curved Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1930
This Bulova manual-wind wristwatch is source-dated to circa 1930 and features an elongated rectangular curved case described by the source as rose gold-plated. The dial presents a two-tone geometric Art Deco layout combining rose-pink and light cream or gilt segments, with elongated stylized Roman numeral hour markers and a centrally oriented rectangle bearing the Bulova signature.
A subsidiary seconds dial is integrated into the lower portion of the dial design. The watch is mounted on an embossed brown leather strap with a winding crown on the case flank.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- Circa 1930
- Type
- Rectangular curved wristwatch
- Maker
- Bulova
- Movement
- Manual wind
- Case Material
- Rose gold plated
- Maker / attribution
- Bulova
Design
- Visible features
- • Rectangular two-tone dial with pink and cream geometric Art Deco zoning • Elongated stylized Roman numerals integrated across the dial borders • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at the 6 o'clock area • Fitted with an embossed brown leather strap • Slender rectangular case profile with curved lateral flanks
- Identity and Attribution
- Catalogued as Lot 44 in a Bonhams auction titled 'Watches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman', this timepiece is attributed to the maker Bulova and dated to circa 1930. The auction headline designates the piece as 'Bulova. A rose gold plated manual wind rectangular curved wristwatch'. No specific model name, reference number, or serial number is provided in the auction record.
- Dial Design and Configuration
- Visible observation shows a rectangular two-tone dial with pink and cream geometric Art Deco zoning. The inner central rectangular zone displays the Bulova signature. The perimeter layout incorporates elongated stylized Roman numerals integrated across the dial borders. A subsidiary seconds register is located at the 6 o'clock position.
- Case and Movement Documentation
- The catalog describes the watch as possessing a 'rose gold plated' case with a 'rectangular curved' shape and a 'manual wind' movement. Visual examination reveals a slender rectangular case profile with curved lateral flanks and an attached winding crown on the case flank. The watch is mounted on an embossed brown leather strap. Internal movement details, caliber specifications, jewel counts, and case dimensions are not recorded in this source.
Identification
- Lot Number
- 44
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Internal movement caliber, jewel count, and case markings are not stated in the source
- Research required: Physical case dimensions and base metal specifications are unlisted