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Source Description
This charming watchcase takes the form of a peony. The gold case was first enameled in white, following this colored enamel was fused over the top to create a naturalistic effect of unfurling petals, which are outlined in pearls. To represent the green leaves at base of the flower, another enameling technique, called basse-taille, has been used. Here, the gold was engraved to imitate veins that show through the translucent green enamel which was applied over the top.
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Document identity
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35171
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Watch with a Case Representing a Peony
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Source metadata
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35171
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title
Watch with a Case Representing a Peony
description
This charming watchcase takes the form of a peony. The gold case was first enameled in white, following this colored enamel was fused over the top to create a naturalistic effect of unfurling petals, which are outlined in pearls. To represent the green leaves at base of the flower, another enameling technique, called basse-taille, has been used. Here, the gold was engraved to imitate veins that show through the translucent green enamel which was applied over the top.
provenance
Henry Walters, Baltimore; by bequest to Walters Art Museum, 1931.
date
early 19th century
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CC0
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en
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Timepieces, Clocks & Watches
watches
watchcases
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4
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4
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import
dimensionsRaw
Diam: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Source extras
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gold, gilded silver, painted and basse-taille enamel, pearl
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6290
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none
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