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Breguet

A pink gold minute repeating perpetual calendar chronograph hunting case keyless lever watch, with 30-minute register, moon phases, leap year and enamel dial, Circa 1890

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September 18, 07:00 AM GMT

Estimate

240,000 - 500,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Breguet

A pink gold minute repeating perpetual calendar chronograph hunting case keyless lever watch with 30-minute register, moon phases, leap year and enamel dial, Circa 1890

Dial: white enamel

Calibre: cal. 19’’’ mechanical, bi-metallic compensation balance, jewelled

Movement number: Breguet 2753

Case: 18k pink gold, plain hinged polished covers, back cover engraved with monogram

Case number: 18‘467

Size: 59.5 mm diameter

Signed: cuvette signed and numbered, case numbered

Accessories: none

According to the archives of Montres Breguet, watch no. 2753, described as a "chronograph, minute repeater, perpetual calendar, and moon-phase" timepiece and bearing case no. 18467, was completed in 1897 and sold to Monsieur Angelici on 6 February 1897 for 3,800 francs.

Particularly fascinating is the fact that the Breguet workbooks record the watch returning to the manufacture for servicing on several occasions throughout its lifetime. These entries document its ownership by Monsieur Angelici of Colombes, near Paris, with the last recorded service taking place in 1918, providing a rare and continuous glimpse into the history of the watch during its early years.

Housed in a substantial and impressively sized heavy gold case, the present watch exemplifies the technical sophistication and craftsmanship for which Breguet was renowned at the end of the nineteenth century. Preserved in excellent condition, it serves as a remarkable example of the high-grade complicated timepieces produced by the House of Breguet during this golden era of watchmaking.

寶璣

粉紅金三問萬年曆計時獵殼懷錶，備30分鐘小錶盤、月相、閏年及琺瑯錶盤，約1890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."