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PATEK PHILIPPE | AN EXTREMELY RARE YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH 8 DAY POWER RESERVE MADE IN 1931
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
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Description
- Patek Philippe
- AN EXTREMELY RARE YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH 8 DAY POWER RESERVE MADE IN 1931
Dial: silveredCaliber: cal. 9'" manual winding movementMovement number: 198450Case: 18k yellow gold, sold snap on case backCase number: 609407Dimensions: width 22 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on June 21, 1932
Condition
CASE Case with wear, surface scuffing and polish. Left side case band with a linear indentation at 10. Case back is personally inscribed "Larry from Grampie and Lammie, June 9th 1934, "Greystone" Beverly Hills, CA." DIAL Dial with some surface wear and with some dust. Some signs of previous sympathetic cleaning. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
According to our research, only four 8-day movements from Patek Philippe predating modern production models are known to have been produced. In 1929 Patek Philippe built the 8-day movement, number 198309, an entirely different construction than the other three known (including the present) which were modified LeCoultre caliber 124s. The modified cal. 124 contained 23 jewels, raised from the 18 jewels of the base movement, and had a different barrel bridge construction to cover the two springs. It was additionally adjusted to five positions as opposed to the standard two from LeCoultre. As a side note, the LeCoultre base caliber was used by Cartier in several of their 8-day tank watches from the same period. Patek Philippe 8 Day Wristwatches
198309- movement only illustrated in Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches Second Edition, Vol. II, p.33, fig. 30
198443- (with case no. 609.409) sold at Sotheby’s New York, June 1995, lot 489 and subsequently resold at Antiquorum Geneva, October 2003, lot 558
198450- the present lot, archive photo illustrated in Kahlert, H., Muhe, R. & Brunner, G., Armbanduhren, 1983, p. 38 middle top row
198451- sold Sotheby's New York, October 1987, lot 178, and subsequently resold at Sotheby’s Geneva, May 2014, lot 268
There have been two other examples of vintage 8-day Patek Philippe wristwatches that have appeared to market, both with different cases than when they were originally produced. The previous examples to have appeared at auction include no. 198443, recased, and no. 198451, also recased by Patek Philippe with a unique reference 3655. The present lot is the only example to have survived in its original case. The case back bears an engraving, dated 1934, which notates the location of Beverly Hills, California; the two other watches were retailed by Brocks & Company in Los Angeles, an interesting detail as it can be assumed that the present lot was also retailed at the same location.
198309- movement only illustrated in Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches Second Edition, Vol. II, p.33, fig. 30
198443- (with case no. 609.409) sold at Sotheby’s New York, June 1995, lot 489 and subsequently resold at Antiquorum Geneva, October 2003, lot 558
198450- the present lot, archive photo illustrated in Kahlert, H., Muhe, R. & Brunner, G., Armbanduhren, 1983, p. 38 middle top row
198451- sold Sotheby's New York, October 1987, lot 178, and subsequently resold at Sotheby’s Geneva, May 2014, lot 268
There have been two other examples of vintage 8-day Patek Philippe wristwatches that have appeared to market, both with different cases than when they were originally produced. The previous examples to have appeared at auction include no. 198443, recased, and no. 198451, also recased by Patek Philippe with a unique reference 3655. The present lot is the only example to have survived in its original case. The case back bears an engraving, dated 1934, which notates the location of Beverly Hills, California; the two other watches were retailed by Brocks & Company in Los Angeles, an interesting detail as it can be assumed that the present lot was also retailed at the same location.