J. Assmann, Dresden, Movement No. 5612, Case No. 5612, 51 mm, 119 g, circa 1880

A very fine, rare splendour Glashuette hunting case pocket watch - manufactured in quality 1A
Case: 18k gold. Dial: silvered, applied gold ornaments. Movm.: 3/4 plate movement, gold screw compensation balance.

The case of this hunter watch is exquisitely decorated with an engine-turned pattern and a monogram cartouche with ornamental flowers on the lid. The rim and band of the case are similarly decorated with flowers, as is the bow. Even showing some signs of age, the dial is splendid. Its centre part is lavishly decorated with engraved flowers and lovingly framed by applied gold ornaments – this hunter watch is truly a wonderful showpiece.