F.P. Journe

• cal. 1498 manual winding rhodium plated brass full plate movment movement with constant force remontoire, 25 jewels, mono-metallic balance within a one-minute tourbillon carriage • pink gold geometrically engraved dial, eccentric mean time dial with Arabic numerals for hours and minutes, fan-form sector for 42-hour power reserve, apertures for tourbillon carriage acting as constant seconds at 9 and constant force remontoire fly regulator at 6 • platinum case, sapphire crystal display back, back secured by 6 screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with a platinum F.P. Journe folding clasp

The movement is running at time of cataloguing. It may benefit from a service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need servicing at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.The dial and hands in fantastic condition, this dial perhaps only one of four for this reference in platinum. Minor scuffs to the case as to be expected with minor wear but overall in great condition. An interesting and complicated watch in great condition.***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping.***
"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."

The present example was designed initially for the Bahrain Exposition in 2001, the 'Labyrinthe' dial was created in the following configurations; pink gold case with a white gold dial, and platinum with either a pink or yellow gold dial.  These were produced in very limited numbers.

Launched in 1999, the Tourbillon Souverain d'Egalité marked the first use of a constant force remontoire in a wristwatch. The combination of both remontoire and tourbillon is a testimony to F. P. Journe's technical genius in the creation of complicated modern wristwatches firmly rooted in horological tradition.