Watch, Dial and Frame

c. 1936

Harry G. Aberdeen

Associated Names
Harry G. Aberdeen

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a pocket watch design, displaying various views and components. The top left shows the watch face with black Arabic numerals and a subdial for seconds. The watch is encased in a round metal frame with a loop for attachment, featuring the words "Trenton Watch Company." Below that, there's an exposed view of the watch mechanism with gears and springs, signed by "Trenton Watch Co. U.S.A" and a patent number. On the top right is an ornamental design, possibly for the watch's back cover, with floral patterns and a central medallion. There's also an illustration labeled "Exact Size" for scale reference. The drawing presents technical details and artistic design elements, likely for manufacturing or marketing purposes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.5 x 34.9 cm (10 13/16 x 13 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2479


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573180

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