Patek Philippe "The Birds of Paradise Fountain Clock"

• Swiss B21 quartz movement, 13 jewels, pavé-set diamond gold dial, with applied baguette-cut ruby quarter hour numerals, dial and movement in a yellow gold circular case, diamond bezel, gold and diamond-set hands, set within a realistically flowing water rock crystal fountain, interspersed with gold and diamond-set mounts, gold tree bark-finish branches supporting two rose quartz pools, containing white gold beneath rock crystal depicting the water, the branches additionally supporting three realistically sculptured gold birds of paradise, each one either at rest, flying or taking off, two set with multi-colored enamel and diamonds, the third with white enamel to its wings, accented by diamonds and rubies, green chrysoprase and diamond-set leaves and foliage throughout, the whole scene supported by a large oval sodalite and yellow gold and silver water fountain bowl, accented by yellow gold decoration and base • case, base, dial and movement signed  

A visually stunning clock, the level of detail is astonishing especially to the gold birds and branches. Some areas of tarnishing, but these can be cleaned. Upper rock crystal waterfall with a crack nearer the base, but this in no way affects the splendid presentation of this work of art. Dial is clean. Movement is in working order.
"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.

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With a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1991 and sale on August 13th of the same year.  The Extract additionally states that the clock is set with diamonds weighing 35.63 carats and rubies weighing 3.28 carats. The total gold weight is 1494 grams. The total silver weight is 930 grams.  The total weight of the clock is 6.78 kilograms.  With a Patek Philippe presentation box.