Horloge van zilver
ca. 1780
Medium
silver (metal)
Dimensions
2; 4.4; 6.3; 4.4
About this artwork
Horloge, repitiehorloge, van zilver. Op de achterbodem een medaillon waarin een monogram van de letters S.L.M.
Art Historical Context
Step into the refined world of 18th horology with *Horloge van zilver a exquisite silver repeater watch crafted by the skilled watchmaker J.J.enckel around 1780. Measuring a compact 6.3 cm in height and 4.4 cm in diameter, this-sized treasure exemplifies the era's mastery of miniature metalwork. Fashioned entirely from silver, it reflects the luxurious silversmithing traditions of Northern Europe, where such timepieces were status symbols for the elite, blending functionality with elegant design. The watch's repeater mechanism—a sophisticated innovation—allowed its owner to chime the hour and...