PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 1579 A PINK GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH PINK DIAL, MADE IN 1947

Dial: pinkCalibre: cal. 13''' mechanical, 23 jewelsMovement number: 867'077 Case: 18k pink gold, snap on backCase number: 645'015Closure: brown Patek Philippe alligator strap and 18k pink gold buckle Size: 36 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1947 and its subsequent sale on 19 March 1948

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The pink dial is confirmed on the Extract from the Archives. The signature is beautifully raised with hard enamel. The dial has been lightly cleared during a servicing. All scales and registers are also finished in hard enamel. The case is in very attractive condition with facets to the lugs. There is a hallmark under the lug at 11 o'clock. The inside lug with the last three digits of the case number repeated. There is just minor polishing to the case. The crown is a service replacement but this is a very attractive overall example. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

First introduced in 1943, the reference 1579 by Patek Philippe is distinguished by its fat bezel, very easy to read dial and faceted downturn lugs, otherwise known as spider lugs. There are only around 80 examples known with a pink gold case and fewer still, with a pink dial. The present example has been retained in very original and crisp condition. The lugs still retain facets and the case with a strong hallmark underneath the lug. The dial is in very nice condition, the signature, registers as well as the tachymetre scale are all nicely raised in hard enamel and the pink dial is confirmed on the Extract from the Archives.