GEM SET GOLD FRENCH QUARTER REPEATING VERGE - Circa 1780
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1780
Signed Gilbert a Paris; Circa 1780; Diameter 39 mm; Depth 9 mm Documented from the WatchMuseum.org collection record and its own photograph of the object; only details stated by that listing are recorded here. Remaining specifications are marked research required rather than estimated.
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Historical context
The GEM SET GOLD FRENCH QUARTER REPEATING VERGE from circa 1780 is a remarkable testament to the artistry and innovation of late 18th-century French horology. This luxurious pocket watch is a masterpiece of both form and function, featuring a quarter repeating mechanism housed within an opulent three-colour gold consular case. The intricate design is powered by a full plate gilt fusee movement, showcasing a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, a plain three-arm gilt balance, and a blue steel spiral hairspring, all of which contribute to its precision and elegance. The timepiece is further enhanced by a silver regulator dial with a blue steel indicator, exuding sophistication and style. The watch's winding mechanism is ingeniously integrated through the white enamel dial, which is beautifully embellished with Arabic numerals and decorative stone-set hands. Its push pendant quarter repeating feature is a marvel of engineering, chiming melodiously on a bell nestled within the case. The case itself is a work of art, crafted from three-colour gold and adorned with a captivating oval garden scene on the back, depicting a whimsical tableau of a dog barking at a bird. The front bezel is equally enchanting, with applied gold accents and a single row of white stones, thoughtfully pierced to allow the bell's sound to resonate clearly. Additionally, the watch includes an "a toc" button on the front bezel and a slide beneath for dumb repeat functionality, highlighting its intricate design and functional sophistication. Signed by the esteemed Gilbert a Paris, this pocket watch, with (Description from The Watch Museum (watchmuseum.org); details apply to the illustrated example, not every object of this type.)
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