Watch
Artist
Moricand & Company
(Swiss, active 1791)
Date1775-1791
MediumGold, enamel, half-pearls
Dimensions66.7 x 47.6 x 17.5 mm
ClassificationsT&E FOR TIMEKEEPING
Credit LineProctor Collection, Frederick T. Proctor Watch Collection
Terms
Object numberPC. 231
DescriptionEnamelled gold verge watch set woth split pearlsEngine turned back enamelled with translucent blue panel bordered with gilt foil and line of white, bezels set with split pearls.
Case: engine turned back enamelled with translucent blue panel bordered with gilt foil and line of white, bezels set with split pearls.
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Label TextThe guilloché enameling process was used to create the spiral pattern on this watchcase. Because a machine (lathe) is used to turn and engrave the pattern on the watchcase, the decorative effect is sometimes referred to as"engine turning."
