Watch
Artist
Maker unknown
(European)
Date1850-1900
MediumGilt brass, steel
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/16 x 1 5/8 in., (5.5 x 4.1 cm,)
ClassificationsT&E FOR TIMEKEEPING
Credit LineProctor Collection, Frederick T. Proctor Watch Collection
Object numberPC. 234
DescriptionGilt metal oval watch, cover inset with sundial, dial centered by a city view, bird above, cherub head below.movement: made from mostly 18th c. watch parts but employing overly crude brass pabors and pinions, 17th c. Egyptian pillars, plain backplate pierced floral cock probably of mid 17th c.
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