Watch 1830 - 1840

This is a silver watch made by the firm of Moricand & Degrange in the first half of the 19th century. It is an example of the firm's exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. The watch features a delicate floral pattern in black enamel on a silver background. The piece was acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in 1927, and is a prime example of decorative arts from this period. This piece is also an example of "black enamel" and "watchmaking" techniques.