Watch

Watchmaker: J. Samson

18th century

Not on view

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Title: Watch
Maker: Watchmaker: J. Samson (1760–1796)
Date: 18th century
Culture: British, London
Medium: Tortoiseshell, enamel, silver, gold
Dimensions: Diameter: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Classification: Horology
Credit Line: Bequest of Laura Frances Hearn, 1917
Object Number: 17.101.68a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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