ULYSSE NARDIN | YELLOW GOLD CARROUSEL TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH 60-MINUTE REVOLVING MOVEMENT, DUAL ESCAPEMENT AND 7-DAY POWER RESERVEREF 016-88 NO 282 FREAK CIRCA 2003

Movement: cal. UN200 manual winding, 28 jewelsCase: 18k yellow gold, rotating sapphire crystal display back for windingBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: 18k yellow gold Ulysse Nardin folding claspSize: 43 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Ulysse Nardin certificate, instruction manual and presentation box

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The band with very minor sign of wear at 3 o'clock. Otherwise the watch is in very good overall condition. The folding clasp with minor wear to the buckle. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to important notices for further information.
"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."

Created by Dr. Ludwig Oechslin, the Freak model features a carrousel regulation with 7 day power reserve. Developed to be used without a winding crown or traditional hands, the escapement forms the minute indicator and the hours are displayed via a large triangular-tipped indicator sitting beneath the escapement. The mainspring is wound by rotating the case back, which also indicates the 7 day power reserve and the time is set by rotating the bezel.