Watch and key 1615 - 1645

John Wright's "Watch and Key" from 1615-1645 is a miniature masterpiece of 17th-century craftsmanship. This small, intricately engraved watch case, made of brass, features a detailed depiction of a town scene, possibly Dutch, with a bridge, a castle, and windmills, all enclosed within a circular clock face. Its accompanying key is a testament to the meticulous artistry of the time. The watch's diminutive size speaks to the status and importance of timekeeping in that period.