Stock No: CA651
An absolute gem of a small carriage repeater,
the gilt/brass case has four fluted pillars with finely
detailed Corinthian pillar caps, carrying handle, top
inspection glass and stands on bracket feet.
The Ivoreen dial has Arabic numerals and gilt
minute ring and is decorated with applied ormolu
frieze with bamboos, birds and butterflies and is
signed Ritchie and Son, Paris.
The “8 day” movement has a 13 jewel silvered
lever escapement platform and strikes the hours
and half hours on a gong with repeat facility. The
backplate has the monogram E.M & Co.
Height 11cms only.
Complete with original carrying case.c.1890 |
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