Clock-watch with alarm and calendar 1595 - 1615

This intricate gold and silver pocket watch, created by Nicolas Forfaict between 1595 and 1615, showcases the artistry of Renaissance-era craftsmanship. The watch's intricate design features a detailed, engraved floral motif on the outer casing, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail characteristic of the period. Its small size and elegant design, typical of early pocket watches, made it a prized possession for the elite of the time. The watch's calendar and alarm functions, while modest by modern standards, were considered innovative during the 16th century. This object, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the enduring legacy of early horological artistry.