111st Auction
2024/11/16
Lot 329
Tavannes Watch Co.
A collection of 81 decorative Niello silver pocket watches
An ornamental hunting case pocket watch in a richly decorated Niello silver case
An ornamental hunting case pocket watch in a richly decorated Niello silver case
Sold
estimated
1.000—3.000 €
Price realized
8.200 €
specific features
Case
Niello silver, engraved, case maker mark "Holy Frères".
Dial
Enamel.
Movement
1/2 plate movement, club-tooth lever escapement, monometallic screw balance.
Case no.377477
Diam.51 mm
Circa1890
Ctry.Switzerland
Wt.98 g
The niello silver case is magnificently ornamented with garlands and foliate motifs. The spring lid is engraved with a couple on horseback inlaid in pink gold. The back cover shows a similar decoration.