Gold and Enamel Repeating French Cylinder Pocket Watch, 1780

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Step into the world of timeless elegance and exquisite craftsmanship with the Gold and Enamel Repeating French Cylinder Pocket Watch from 1780, a masterpiece that embodies the artistry and precision of late 18th-century horology. This remarkable timepiece is housed in a breathtaking diamond-set gold and enamel consular case, showcasing the opulence and sophistication of its era. At its heart lies a full plate gilt fusee movement, adorned with a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, and a plain three-arm gilt balance complemented by a blue steel spiral hairspring. The silver regulator dial, with its blue steel indicator and round pillars, adds a touch of refined functionality. The watch’s white enamel dial, featuring black Arabic numerals and red numerals at the quarters, is elegantly accentuated by gold beetle and poker hands. Adding to its allure is the unique push pendant a toc quarter repeating mechanism, nestled within two blocks set in the case, offering a luxurious auditory experience. The polished steel cylinder and large brass escape wheel stand as testaments to the superior craftsmanship that defines this extraordinary piece. The three-color gold consular case is a work of art in itself, with a fully restored circular polychrome enamel portrait of a young lady gracing the back, surrounded by a band of applied gold work set with diamonds and green enamel. The case’s functionality is enhanced by a sprung front bezel, opened by a discreetly recessed pin, alongside a gold push pendant and bow. Signed “Mandion a Paris,” this watch is not just a timekeeper but a collector’s treasure, encapsulating the grandeur of its time with a diameter of 42 mm and a depth of 9 mm, making it an exceptional addition to any discerning collection. This is a magnificent late 18th Century French quarter repeating cylinder watch, housed in an equally stunning diamond set gold and enamel consular case. The watch features a full plate gilt fusee movement, with a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, a plain three arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, silver regulator dial with blue steel indicator, and round pillars. The watch can be wound through the white enamel dial, which boasts black Arabic numerals and red numerals at the quarters, as well as gold beetle and poker hands. The unique push pendant a toc quarter repeating mechanism is located on two blocks set in the case and adds a bit of luxury to this already exquisite timepiece. The polished steel cylinder and large brass escape wheel are indicative of the high level of craftsmanship this timepiece exudes. The watch features a three colour gold consular case with a fully restored circular polychrome enamel portrait of a young lady on the back. Surrounding the portrait is a band of applied gold work set with diamonds and green enamel. The case also has a sprung front bezel opened by pressing a pin recessed in the edge, and a gold push pendant and bow. This watch is a true masterpiece and is worthy of any collector’s attention. It is signed “Mandion a Paris” and dates back to around 1780, with a diameter of 42 mm and a depth of 9 mm. Signed Mandion a Paris Circa 1780 Diameter 42 mm Depth 9 mm