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High Collection Pocket Watch, Chinesse. Duplex exhaust. circa, 1810-1850.

Lot: 06051 Category:

Pocket watch, CHINESE, with dies, both in machine and in manufacturer's box. It is a model and type of watch manufactured exclusively for the Chinese market between 1.810-1.850. The machinery is fully engraved and has a DUPLEX exhaust system, unique and exclusive for this type of watchmaking. The box is silver. The sphere contains, in the upper part, an oval-shaped clock with Roman numerals for the hours. The seconds are marked by a central needle, and at the bottom, a small pendulum moves to the rhythm of the clock. Sphere painted with medieval marine motifs, hand painted and fired. Chatelaine is attached, with five discs related to prerogatives and good wishes for people. Diameters, 55 mm. and 76mm. with ring Total weight, 109 grams. including Chatelaine.