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Frédéric Louis Favre-Bulle, Locle
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- AN EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE YELLOW GOLD POCKET CHRONOMETER SPRING DETENT AND SPHERICAL GOLD BALANCE SPRING, ONE MINUTE TOURBILLON REGULATOR AND THERMOMETER CIRCA 1820
- diameter 60 mm
• gilt three quarter plate movement, the back plate secured by three screws, fusee with maintaining power, 11 jewels, gold wheel train with spring detent escapement, two-arm compensation balance with wedge-shaped weights and timing screws, free-sprung spherical balance spring, one-minute tourbillon with polished steel semi-circular carriage fitted with a platinum weight • gold cuvette with winding hole • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary dial for direct-drive seconds, fan-form aperture for Réaumur thermometer scale • engine-turned case with concentric circles to the back
Literature
Sabrier, Jean-Claude, Frédéric Houriet, The Father of Swiss Chronometry (2006), p.167.
Condition
Movement running while cataloguing, functions are operational but may require a service in the near future in order to be well preserved. Dial very well preserved in its original condition. Case in a very well preserved condition with a beautiful engine-turned pattern of concentric circles on the outer case back. Inside case back also very well preserved stamps and hallmarks. Overall this is among the finest tourbillon complicated pocket chronometer produced in the history of Swiss chronometry.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
Almost identical to that made by Frederic Houriet, this is also a very good example of the best pocket chronometers ever produced in Switzerland.