Objekt 4
Gold enamel clock
Description
This cross-shaped clock is a great treasure with its fine enamel painting and cut rock crystal lid set in gold. Inside, the case is painted with black ornaments on a blue background. There is the signature "P. Huaud pinxit à Genève", which is possibly the signature of Pierre Huaud I (1612-1680). The back plate is signed "Noé Rousseau", this is the son of Jean Rousseau II and a great uncle of the philosopher.
Object description
Manufacturer: Noé Rousseau (1645-1695) (movement), Pierre Huaud I (1612-1680) (enamel painting)
Geneva, around 1675
Gold, brass gilded, steel partly blued, silver, probably glass, enamel, leather, textile
Signatures: Noé Rousseau (work), P. Huaud pinxit à Genève (case)
Deposit Dr. Eugen Gschwind Foundation, Basel, G.74
Inv. 1983.1074.