Horological Meandering

During the early 1950s enameller Nelly Richard and renowned Fabrique de Cadrans Stern Frères of Geneva produced a small quantity of dials (probably just a little over ten) depicting Neptune riding his chariot . Most were mounted on Omega Seamaster watches...  

Wonderful and well thought post. I’m really glad you bring about these wonderful and interesting watches for all of us to enjoy. And also the nuances of collecting this pieces. Wonderful and many thanks. René

Best, Emmanuel

is quite surprising. Best, Emmanuel

I don't collect this type of watch, but I enjoy seeing them, so this is a great read. I that the second Omega "logo no text" is so clean, and the Rolex pieces likewise. It really lets the art stand out.

I find it surprising and interesting that the same dial wal commissioned by Omega and Rolex. Best, Emmanuel

Thank you for this post.

Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel

The Stern company made many of these. The artists would make sketches and the dial maker would shop them at the various brands. Some were true comission mission pieces, like the Omega observatory ref OT2699 and some Coat of Arm models, but many could be s... 

I'm impressed by the accuracy of your observation, and reading your comments is fascinating. I think you're absolutely right on all counts. Regarding example no. 4, in particular, I had serious doubts, but since it was sold by Antiquorum, foolishly, I did... 

Best, Emmanuel