PENDULETTE DE VOYAGE FRANCAISE DU DEBUT DU 20EME SIECLE EN OR 18K ET JADE An early 20th Century French 18 k gold and jade miniature carriage clock

Risler & Carré, Paris

Risler & Carré, Paris
The 18 k gold and jade case with white enamelled edges and fluting to the sides, applied with finely detailed two-tone gold foliate scrolls, makers mark R&C and French essay to the plinth, white enamel Roman dial, brass movement with compensation balance. With 18 k gold setting pin. Associated case.
6.9 cm. high

In 1897 André Risler and Georges Albert Carré opened their shop as Orfvères-Joailliers at 16 Rue du Faubourg, Saint-Honoré in Paris. The company specialized in the finest silverware and exclusive jewellery. Almost instantly the brand gained a strong reputation amongst the Parisienne elite.

In just three years Risler & Carré asserted themselves brilliantly in the luxury market and won a gold medal at the Paris World Exhibition in 1900 and a Grand Prix award at various subsequent World Exhibitions. In 1912 André Risler died unexpectedly at the age of 49. His widow took over the company and founded the company Veuve A. Risler & Carré.

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