FERNAND PAILLET | A platinum diamond & Pearl set Enamel Sautoir Pendant watch Circa 1910

Dial: with small Arabic hour ring on an hexagonal blue, white and cream painted miniature neoclassical scene  Calibre: manual winding Case: platinum, diamond and pearl-set, snap-on back Case number: 4245 Dimensions: 33 x 40mm Signed: case numbered, dial signed Paillet Accessories: platinum, enamel and diamond-set chain

Movement: Is running. Case: All pearls are intact. All diamonds intact except a missing diamond at 12 o clock. The case itself is in very good condition. Dial: Nicely painted. With losses to the outer edge which is greatest between 3 and 6 o clock. There is some minor losses in the form of flacking to the top half of the dial. The case back is also nicely painted with minor discoloration and minor wear to the top glaying. The chain is very attractive with nice enamel links.
"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 timepiece is a very rare and nicely crafted pendant watch designed by Ferdinand Paillet. Finished with double sided enamel panels and signed on the exterior of the case by the artist, the enamel scenes are carefully hand painted to display different hues of blues and greens portraying a neoclassical scene of angels and putti playing music and sitting by one another in a heavenly scene. On the reverse side, the dial also displays intricate enamelling of two women with bow and arrow on either side of the dial to reveal the time in the centre. The timepiece is further enhanced by pearls, very reminiscent of Paillet's work. Fernand Paillet (1840-1918), a pupil of Carrier-Belleuse, was a renowned enamellist, mastering the fine art of painted enamel miniatures on enamel and porcelain. Paillet's  craftsmanship allowed him to create works of art which would set the foundation for some of the earliest creative designs transitioning into the Art Nouveau style.