Large stainless steel Daniel Jean Richard "TV Screen" Seconde Retrograde wristwatch, ref #45016. Silver and black Daniel Jean Richard tapisserie dial with applied Arabic numbers. Swiss made, automatic mechanical self winding movement with retrograde seconds at the 6th hour is working at the time of inspection. Skeleton case back. Comes on black JeanRichard strap with stainless steel deployant buckle. The approximate dimensions are 39mm x 50mm from top to bottom lug. Accompanied by a Daniel Jean Richard fitted box. In unworn condition. Running at the time of inspection, however not checked for accuracy. An overhaul is always recommended for used watches.

Daniel Jean Richard was born at the end of the 17th century in the hamlet of Les Bressels, midway between La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle. In 1681, he created his first watch, then set up his watchmaking workshop. He built a machine which he made available to his colleagues, and trained apprentices.

Daniel JeanRichard was also a major driving force behind the watchmaking industry. He was ahead of his time, demonstrating a talent for innovation. In addition to the production of watches, the region’s watchmakers are indebted to him for the invention of machines and tools, and for establishing the basis for learning the art of watchmaking itself.