Lot 183
  • 183

PATEK PHILIPPE | A RARE AND IMPORTANT YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED PERPETUAL CALENDAR SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH MINUTE REPEATING WATCH WITH MOON PHASES MADE IN 1911

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description

  • Patek Philippe
  • A RARE AND IMPORTANT YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED PERPETUAL CALENDAR SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH MINUTE REPEATING WATCH WITH MOON PHASES MADE IN 1911
Dial: white enamelCaliber: 19'" ligne movement, 39 jewels, two hammer repeating on two gongsMovement number: 157376Case: 18k yellow gold, varicolored enamel monogrammed hinged case backCase number: 272631Dimensions: 54 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on September 18, 1912, the case back engraved with the initials "W.A.B." over three enamel colors. Additionally accompanied by a letter written to Mr Dominic J. Riat confirming archive details of the watch written by Alan Banbery for Patek Philippe dated November 5, 1976.

Condition

CASE Case in overall very good condition for it's age and use. Some light scuffing and wear. A faint horizontal scratch to the bezel at 3. Gold mark to the bow stem with some rubbing. Colored enamel monogram remains vibrant and intact. monogram reads "W.A.B." DIAL Dial in overall excellent condition and remains with no hairlines or cracks. A very small chip in the sub seconds counter under a loupe. Some very light dust. MOVEMENT Movement in good condition, light scratches overall and some light spotting. All functions work correctly, calendar changes at 10PM, the minute repeat is in phase. Movement would benefit from a cleaning. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement or the power reserve.
"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

The present lot is an exceptional example of an early 20th century highly complicated watch from Patek Philippe, a crown jewel of the firm's production. It features three important complications: the perpetual calendar for astronomical functions, the split seconds chronograph for timing two events at once, and a fine minute repeating complication which chimes the hours and minutes, activated from a slide at the case band. We are pleased to offer the present lot for the first time at auction on behalf of a discerning collector, who received this exceptional timepiece as a gift from his late father. It boasts a beautifully preserved case and dial.