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SWISS | NO 2598GOLD, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND SET HUNTING CASED MINUTE REPEATING AND GRANDE SONNERIE CLOCK-WATCH WITH POLYCHROME ENAMEL PORTRAIT OF MAHARAO KESHRI SINGH OF SIROHI BY JOHN GRAFF FOR THE INDIAN MARKETCIRCA 1890
Estimate
80,000 - 160,000 CHF
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Description
- Swiss
- NO 2598GOLD, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND SET HUNTING CASED MINUTE REPEATING AND GRANDE SONNERIE CLOCK-WATCH WITH POLYCHROME ENAMEL PORTRAIT OF MAHARAO KESHRI SINGH OF SIROHI BY JOHN GRAFF FOR THE INDIAN MARKETCIRCA 1890
Dial: white enamelCalibre: two train tandem keyless winding leverCase: 18k yellow gold, enamel and diamond set, with monogramCase number: 2598Dimensions: 58.5 mmSigned: enamel signed GraffAccessories: none
Condition
DIAL: Intact and in good condition. CASE: In excellent condition. The hinges are nice and tight and the case is very heavy. Engravings are crisp, diamonds are intact and the enamel portrait is in excellent condition with nice vibrant colors. MOVEMENT: The repeating is in phase with a nice tone and clarity. The movement is running.
"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
The present lot exhibits every characteristic one would associate with a watch made for a Royal household. The case is finely chased and engraved with folitate scrolls forming cartouche around a diamond-set monogram 'KS' to the front cover and an enamel portrait to the obverse. The decoration continues as the band and bow are both too engraved in the same style. The cuvette is also engraved denoting the name of the man for whom the piece was created, 'Especially made for H.M. Maharao Keshi Singh K.C.S.J of Sirohi'. The well-executed enamel is signed J. Graff. John Graff was an exceptionally skilled Swiss portrait enamellist, who produced work for many noble families across Europe. He also specialised in portrait miniatures of Indian and Chinese dignitaries, to which point this watch is a fine example.
The movement of this watch is complicated and would have required the utmost skill to complete. The clockwatch feature will automatically sound the times; thus at the hours, the hours will be struck, whilst on the quarter hours, the hours and quarters will be struck. The repeating functions are powered by their own barrel and spring and as such, interestingly, the crown will wind the repeating barrel when wound one way, and the mainspring when wound the other.
This city of Sirohi, in southern Rajasthan state in western India, was formerly the capital of the princely state of Sirohi ruled by Sirohi Jat rulers. Maharao Kheshri Singh KCSJ of Sirohi was born in 1857 and ruled from 1875 until his abdication in 1892. He died in 1920.
The movement of this watch is complicated and would have required the utmost skill to complete. The clockwatch feature will automatically sound the times; thus at the hours, the hours will be struck, whilst on the quarter hours, the hours and quarters will be struck. The repeating functions are powered by their own barrel and spring and as such, interestingly, the crown will wind the repeating barrel when wound one way, and the mainspring when wound the other.
This city of Sirohi, in southern Rajasthan state in western India, was formerly the capital of the princely state of Sirohi ruled by Sirohi Jat rulers. Maharao Kheshri Singh KCSJ of Sirohi was born in 1857 and ruled from 1875 until his abdication in 1892. He died in 1920.