REUGE MUSIC SWISS GOLD MUSICAL POCKET WATCH w/ AUTOMATON SCENE AND LYRE WINDING KEY
Condition
Excellent
Description
An exceptional Swiss musical pocket watch by Reuge Music, presented in its original velvet-lined case and accompanied by its matching lyre-form winding key. Executed in polished gold, the watch features a finely detailed automaton tableau beneath the crystal, depicting a classical pastoral scene with sculptural figures rendered in relief, showcasing Reuge’s renowned artistry in miniature mechanical composition. The white enamel dial, signed Reuge, is set with Arabic numerals and elegant blued-steel hands, offering a refined contrast to the richly detailed scene below. The reverse houses the musical mechanism for which Reuge is celebrated, combining horology with mechanical music in a single, harmonious object. The inclusion of the original lyre-shaped winding key further enhances both the completeness and collectability of the piece. Reuge musical watches occupy a distinctive niche at the intersection of horology, mechanical music, and decorative arts. Produced in limited quantities and often preserved in private collections, examples of this quality and condition are increasingly sought after by discerning collectors of fine objects and Swiss mechanical craftsmanship. A rare and highly decorative work, equally suited to a connoisseur’s collection, a private cabinet of curiosities, or as an heirloom-quality object of enduring charm.
Provenance
Private Collection, NYC
