Watch 1615 - 1625

"Watch" is a 17th-century silver pocket watch crafted by Johan Bock. The watch's circular case is intricately engraved with a scene depicting a biblical story, possibly from the Book of Esther, and surrounded by ornate foliate scrolls. The watch is a testament to the craftsmanship of the period and the growing popularity of portable timekeeping devices. This watch, now residing in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a small but significant example of early watchmaking and decorative artistry.