105th Auction
2021/11/13
Lot 296
AnonymousKitchen Love
A rare quarter repeating hunting case pocket watch with erotic automaton
Sold
estimated
5.000—8.000 €
Price realized
9.400 €
specific features
Case
18 K pink gold, florally engraved.
Dial
Silver, applied floral gold decoration.
Movement
2/3 plate movement, 2 hammers / 2 gongs, screw compensation balance.
Case no.14217 2526
Diam.50 mm
Circa1900
Ctry.Switzerland
Wt.109 g
The erotic scene in this watch is hidden by the back spring lid. The concealed tableau shows a couple making love in the kitchen of a manor house; the polychrome enamel figures come to life against the engraved, gold background as soon as the repeater is released.