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      Atelier · Est. 2015 · Paris, France
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      Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama

      A pocket watch with a gold case depicting Our Lady of Ostra Brama with an ornamental frame on one side, and the Eye of Providence surrounded by glory on the other side. The rear face of the mechanism has two key winding holes for strike and timekeeping, and an engraved inscription: “Detached anchor/lever escapement and 22 ruby pins/ insulated pendulum/pocket chronometer/ Hands N 2404 / Czapek Company/ in Geneva”. The enamelled watch dial indicates hours and minutes. A watch made by the watchmaking company of Franciszek Czapek, a watchmaker of Czech origin. Shortly after his arrival in Geneva in 1832, he founded the Czapek & Moreau company. From 1839-1854, he collaborated with the famous Polish watchmaker, Antoni Patek, and in 1851, he established his own company named Czapek & Cie.

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      How do contrast and harmony combine in "Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama"?

      The color composition of "Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama" by Czapek & Company combines a statement contrast with a strong color unity harmony.

      When was "Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama" made?

      The creation of "Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama" by Czapek & Company is dated 1850.

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      The colors of "Pocket watch with a depiction of Our Lady of Ostra Brama" form a neutrals palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.

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      Czapek & Company

      Discover Czapek & Cie., a historic Swiss watch brand founded by Polish watchmaker François Czapek in 1845. Known for exquisite craftsmanship, innovative designs favored by Napoleon III, and the revival of a legendary name in haute horlogerie. Explore hand-painted reproductions of their iconic pocket watches.

      The Polish Museum in Rapperswil (Rapperswil-sur-Rippe, Switzerland)

      Housed within Rapperswil Castle (13th century), the museum reflects Poland's historical struggles & contributions to European civilization.

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