Flower Painted Pocket Watch Limoges Box

A pocket watch, its case painted with flowers, ticks along in this charming porcelain box. Each blossom on the case was brushed by hand in Limoges, France, on a Limoges box made for those who treasure both time and the garden.

Where Flowers Keep Time

Pocket watches were once the mark of a well dressed gentleman, tucked into a waistcoat on a chain and checked with a flourish. Covering one with painted flowers softens that formal heritage into something romantic and feminine, a bloom-filled reminder to make every hour count. The result appeals to watch collectors and flower fans alike.

Timely Pairings

• Hand-painted porcelain made in Limoges, France
• Fits a clock, watch or floral collection
• Pairs with grandfather clock, rose and vanity pieces

Marking the Moments

Give it to celebrate a retirement, a milestone anniversary, a graduation or a new job, any time worth remembering. It makes a thoughtful thank-you for a watchmaker or a florist, and suits a mother who always seems to find time for everyone. Set it on a dresser, a nightstand or a vanity tray beside a jewelry dish.