Watch case
Flag of TurkeyEuropean Sculpture and Decorative ArtsHorologyprobably ca. 1770

By George Harrison|Gyles Hooper

Watch case is a horology of French, for Turkish market origin created in probably ca. 1770 using partly enameled gold, outer case set with diamonds measuring confirmed: 1 15/16 × 1 7/8 × 5/8 in. (4.9 × 4.8 × 1.6 cm) attributed to George Harrison|Gyles Hooper — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPartly enameled gold, outer case set with diamonds
Dimensionsconfirmed: 1 15/16 × 1 7/8 × 5/8 in. (4.9 × 4.8 × 1.6 cm)
ClassificationHorology
DepartmentEuropean Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Dateprobably ca. 1770

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the French, for Turkish market culture. The estimated date range is 1770 – 1775.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Watch case?

Watch case is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Watch case created?

Watch case dates to probably ca. 1770.

What material is Watch case made from?

Watch case is crafted from partly enameled gold, outer case set with diamonds.

Is Watch case in the public domain?

Watch case is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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