- 763
SWISS OPENFACE SILVER POCKETWATCH, CIRCA 1790
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- SILVER, ENAMEL, GLASS, PAPER
- Diameter 2 1/8 in.
Gilt verge movement with white enamel dial, the backplate bearing a signature David Rittenhouse and Norriton, the case with bright-cut borders, with maker's mark DNF, contains watch papers of "FRED'K SAUER / Gay Street / West Chester," and "ISAAC DIXON / 124 S. Tenth St., PHILADELPHIA." Together with a later key.
Provenance
Pennypacker Auction Centre, Kenhorst, Reading, Pennsylvania, November 23, 1970, lot 122.
Condition
mismatched hands, probably gold; movement good condition; signature engraved through gilding on back case
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.