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287-4204 Pocket watch: extremely rare hunting case pocket watch with hidden erotic scene, very fine enamel painting, ca. 1850
Ca. Ø53mm, ca. 111g, 18K gilt, 3 lids on the back, dome, outer lid and intermediate lid with enamel painting, one of the very fine paintings with an erotic scene known from this period, bridge movement with early lever escapement, key-winding, enamel dial, Breguet steel hands, movement intact, the opening mechanism for the back covers requires servicing. Pocket watches with hidden erotic scenes from before 1800 are extremely rare and highly sought-after collector’s items. The quality of the painting is exceptionally rare and much better than this enamel quality. (https://www.cortrie.de/go/aR3).
Hammerprice: 3.000 €
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