{"product_id":"french-couch-pocket-watch-holder","title":"French Couch pocket watch holder","description":"\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAkQAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eAn antique French \"couch\" or miniature fainting-sofa pocket watch holder is \u003cmark data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-inited=\"2\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_5erPhKiVAxU9nGoFHerSKLUQuJAPegoIAggACAAICRAD\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"FnNYsc_p\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" class=\"HxTRcb\"\u003e\u003c!--qkimaf FnNYsc_o\/HugV6--\u003e\u003c!--cqw1tb FnNYsc_o\/HugV6--\u003ea highly collectible 19th-century or early 20th-century display piece\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e. These ornate stands feature a velvet, silk, or satin-upholstered miniature sofa with an ormolu or gilt-brass hook designed to hang a pocket watch beside a bedside table.\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/market\/french_pocket_watch_holder?ref=seller_tag_bottom_image-2\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/4466387507\/antique-french-pocket-watch-stand\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAsQAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThese delicate horological display pieces—frequently referred to as \"chaise longue\" or \"sofa\" watch stands—are highly sought after by antique collectors. Key aspects and variations include:\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAsQAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAwQAQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction:\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The miniature frames are typically crafted from cast ormolu, gilded brass, or bronze. The \"seat\" is traditionally capitonné (deeply button-tufted) with soft fabrics like silk, velvet, or embroidered textiles.\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/4466387507\/antique-french-pocket-watch-stand\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=product\u0026amp;prds=pvt:hg,productid:1981918505149066604\u0026amp;ibp=oshop\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/7a-antiques.com\/products\/antique-french-pocket-watch-stand\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAwQBg\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe Watch Hook:\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e An ornamental hook or stand is permanently mounted at the back or headrest of the miniature couch so the pocket watch can hang securely in full view.\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/4466387507\/antique-french-pocket-watch-stand\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAwQCw\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eTime Period:\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The majority of these pieces originated in France during the Victorian, Edwardian, and Belle Époque eras (circa 1880s to 1910s).\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/1809028499\/rare-antique-french-brass-pocket-watch\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=product\u0026amp;prds=pvt:hg,productid:1122203999832108738\u0026amp;ibp=oshop\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAwQEA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eDesign Variations:\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e While many are standalone miniature sofas, some luxury models were built into glass caskets or vitrines with beveled glass panels to protect both the stand and the watch from dust.\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/janhundhausen\/antique-pocket-watch-holders\/\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of their age and the delicate nature of their upholstery and gilded finishes, true antique French couch pocket watch holders can range in price from $150 to upwards of $500 depending on the condition and provenance. You can explore currently available antique and vintage options on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monahan Papers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59519983321374,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.monahanpapers.co\/products\/french-couch-pocket-watch-holder","provider":"Monahan Papers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}