Astronomical Watch
Artist
Gio Batta Mascarone
(Italian)
Datec. 1650
MediumSilver, gilt metal
Dimensions63.5 x 50.8 x 25.4 mm
ClassificationsT&E FOR TIMEKEEPING
Credit LineProctor Collection, Frederick T. Proctor Watch Collection
Object numberPC. 1023.3
DescriptionSilver and gilt metal astronomical watch; ItalyCase: the band with pierced silver frieze of leafy foliage inhabited by hunters pursuing leopard and lion, glazed bezel, not clear whether the gilt body of the case is altered or associated, however, the winding aperture does line up with the square, turned loose ring pendant rising from gilt rosette, rosette repeated as drop opposite
MOVEMENT: gilt with circular plates, baluster pillars, gut fusee now with fine later chain, 4 wheel train with narrow fusee, ratchet and pawl mainspring setup, pierced floral cock, balance now with spring and regulating collar.
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Label TextAround 1600, with probable influences from refinements in astronomical measurement and navigational improvements, watches were sometimes equipped with peripheral functions. The dial on this watch has indicators for hours, days of the week, phases of the moon, and signs of the zodiac.
