Watch
Artist
Morisset & Lukins
(London, England)
Date1775-1793
MediumGold, enamel, half-pearls, rose-cut diamonds, hair
Dimensions63.5 x 46 x 19.1 mm
ClassificationsT&E FOR TIMEKEEPING
Credit LineProctor Collection, Frederick T. Proctor Watch Collection
Terms
Object numberPC. 1023.8
DescriptionEnamelled gold and gem-set verge watchEnglish
CASE: Bezels and back set with split pearls enclosing back panel set with rose diamond wreath and oval surround to woven locket of hair, blue guilloche enamel ground
Mvt: gilt, cock table pierced with urn, drapery and laurel, diamond endstone, scroll engraved solid foot and furniture, silvered regulation disc
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Label TextMemorial jewelry featured funerary motifs--weeping willows, a tomb, or urns--or hair from a deceased loved one. The central medallion on this watchcase contains plaited hair surrounded by a motif of forget-me-nots.
