Objekt 2
Hexagonal turret clock
Description
Abraham De la Garde came from a family of important watchmakers who were based in Paris and Blois towards the end of the 16th century. His reputation was such that he was appointed personal watchmaker by Catherine de Medici in 1588 and by King Henry IV in 1591.
Object description
Manufacturer: Abraham De la Garde
Blois, around 1580
Brass, partially gilded, steel partially blued, bell bronze, animal sinew
Signature: Ab. De La Garde A Blois
Deposit Dr. Eugen Gschwind Foundation, Basel, G.153
Inv. 1983.1153.