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Gerold Jeanneret

A pink gold and enamel minute repeating hunting case keyless lever pendant watch with enamel dial, Circa 1895

Estimate

80,000 - 120,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Gerold Jeanneret

A pink gold and enamel minute repeating hunting case keyless lever pendant watch with enamel dial, Circa 1895

Dial: white enamel

Calibre: 12’’’, mechanical, counterpoised straight-line lever escapement, some jewels with gold chatons, bi-metalic compensation balance, jewelled

Case: 18k pink gold, hinged front and back covers with blue guilloché enamel border surrounded with champlevé enamel decoration, centre with miniature enamel scenes, engraved band, cuvette engraved Repetition á Minutes, Gerold Jeanneret, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Case number: 1'310

Size: 34 mm diameter

Signed: cuvette

Accessories: none

The present watch features a movement architecture representative of fine late 19th-century Swiss watchmaking. The high quality movement is fitted with a bi-metallic compensation balance and a counterpoised straight-line lever escapement, designed to improve stability and precision.

The watch showcases a variety of decorative techniques. Its guilloché and champlevé enamel case features a finely painted enamel miniature on each side, framed by intricate gold engraving. The sophistication of the decoration is particularly remarkable given the watch’s diminutive diameter of only 34 mm.

The Jeanneret name is associated with numerous Swiss watchmakers, notably those active in Saint-Imier and La Chaux-de-Fonds. The family is perhaps best known for establishing the movement manufacturer Excelsior Park.

Gerold Jeanneret

粉紅金及琺瑯三問獵殼吊墜錶，備琺瑯錶盤，約1895年製

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."