Watch
Date1740, or later
MediumMixed media
Dimensions2 3/16 × 11/16 in. (5.5 × 1.7 cm)
ClassificationsMeasuring Devices
Credit LineGift of Henry Schnakenberg
Object number1938.67.6
DescriptionSilver pocket watch, with painting. French movement.Elaborate pocket watch with enamel scene painted on face and a peephole into elaborately decorated movement. Inner movement is etched with leafy motifs and the adjustment is printed in French: "Avance" et "Retard." Case is rather simple and worn. Face has an Arcadian figural image of a woman with a basket and a girl petting a lamb. Actual clock face is simple and small. Loose gear is painted, treated, or anodized blue around center. Face is backed by copper.
"7 I HD 80" inside of case.
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