28th Oct, 2024 12:00
Arts of India and the Islamic Lands
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AN OPEN FACE 18CT GOLD POCKETWATCH WITH POLYCHROME-PAINTED ENAMEL VIEW OF THE BLUE MOSQUE
Made by L'Aiglon, Switzerland made for the Ottoman market, circa 1900
AN OPEN FACE 18CT GOLD POCKETWATCH WITH POLYCHROME-PAINTED ENAMEL VIEW OF THE BLUE MOSQUE
Made by L'Aiglon, Switzerland made for the Ottoman market, circa 1900
White embossed dial with black Arabic numerals, silvered outer minute division, blued diamonds hands, subsidiary dial for seconds at the six o'clock position, 18ct gold case and 18ct gold dust inner cover, number '66216' on the case and dust inner cover engraved L'Aiglon, pendant set movement, 3/4 plate, burnished jewel settings, screw balance, the back case decorated with polychrome-painted enamels with a view of the Ottoman Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, also known as the Blue Mosque for its renowned facades of Iznik blue pottery tiles.
48mm diameter case
The Swiss L'Aiglon was a trade mark of a watch brand used by PICARD & CIE, FABRIQUE GERMINAL, registered in 1900 - 1901 and with ateliers in La Chaux de Fonds and Paris.
Sold for £3,936
AN OPEN FACE 18CT GOLD POCKETWATCH WITH POLYCHROME-PAINTED ENAMEL VIEW OF THE BLUE MOSQUE
Made by L'Aiglon, Switzerland made for the Ottoman market, circa 1900
White embossed dial with black Arabic numerals, silvered outer minute division, blued diamonds hands, subsidiary dial for seconds at the six o'clock position, 18ct gold case and 18ct gold dust inner cover, number '66216' on the case and dust inner cover engraved L'Aiglon, pendant set movement, 3/4 plate, burnished jewel settings, screw balance, the back case decorated with polychrome-painted enamels with a view of the Ottoman Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, also known as the Blue Mosque for its renowned facades of Iznik blue pottery tiles.
48mm diameter case
The Swiss L'Aiglon was a trade mark of a watch brand used by PICARD & CIE, FABRIQUE GERMINAL, registered in 1900 - 1901 and with ateliers in La Chaux de Fonds and Paris.
Auction: Arts of India and the Islamic Lands, 28th Oct, 2024
Following the success of our inaugural sale earlier this June, our Islamic and Indian Art department is pleased to present their upcoming auction, Arts of India and the Islamic Lands, which is now live on our website. The auction is taking place on Monday 28th October and features a curated selection of over 200 artworks showcasing the mesmerising artistic variety and kaleidoscopic cultural heritage of these distant lands. From the Mediterranean shores, Near and Middle East, the Iranian plateau, all the way to Central and South Asia, the lots in the sale cover a span of over ten centuries of outstanding artistic achievements.
For any specific query, please do not hesitate to contact our Head of Department, Beatrice Campi at beatrice@azcaauctions.com. We look forward to hearing from you.
Viewing
Viewing will take place at the following address:
Azca Auctions
188R Hammersmith Road
London, W6 7DJ
Viewing Times:
Saturday 19th Oct - 11am - 4pm
Sunday 20th Oct - 11am - 4pm
Monday 21st Oct- 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 22nd Oct - 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 23rd Oct - 10am - 4pm
Thursday 24th Oct - 10am - 4pm
Friday 25th Oct - 10am - 4pm
Saturday 26th Oct - 11am - 4pm
Sunday 27th Oct - 11am - 4pm
The sale will take place on Monday October 28th at 12pm GMT (London)
