PATEK PHILIPPE

• gilt lever movement, bi-metallic compensation balance, 15 jewels, eight adjustments, gold cuvette • white enamel dial with hairlines, enlarged stylized Arabic numerals, skeleton hands, recessed subsidiary seconds • 18k gold circular case, monogram to the hinged case back, straight lugs • case, cuvette, dial and movement signed • with an 18k gold buckle 

The movement is not running and it will require service. There are two hairlines on the dial starting at 11 o'clock, one extending to below 12 o'clock and one extending to almost 3 o'clock. There are also some small spots on the dial. The case bears scuffs throughout. The monogram on the back reads 'GHL' in a stylized Art Nouveau motif and appears to be slightly off-center on the case.
"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."

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Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1917 and sale on January 31st of the following year.

This model, commonly known as an officer's wristwatch, gets its name from the fact that timepieces of this style were used by military personnel on both sides of the conflict in the First World War.

The enamel dial, the relatively small size, the simple shape of these pieces and the use of a cuvette harken back to the pendant watches from whence they evolved. Indeed, the main differences between these early watches and their forebears are the lugs and strap as well as the crown's new position at 3 o'clock for ease of winding.

It is interesting to note that the present lot was manufactured and sold during World War I and it is conceivable that it was originally purchased by an officer involved in the struggle.

Patek Philippe would return to the general design of this example on modern production models, such as the Refs. 3960 (lot 185), 5059 (lots 196-197) and 5029 (lot 237).