Ilbery Chinese Market Enamel Painting Pocket Watch-A Conundrum

Inventory Number: PW1911001LC

Made circa 1840, 60mm，18K gold open-face enameled case with pearl-set, the exquisite enamel miniature painting depicts a fine allegory about temptation: a young and pretty lady is forced to choose between money and honors with an old man and love with a troubadour- a conundrum. Specially made for the Chinese market, gilt brass fully engraved Chinese caliber with duplex escapement.

On loan from the private collections of Mr. Huo Feile.