Baillon; Michaud; Unsigned

• the group including: two verge, one quarter repeating and an associated verge movement • each with white enamel dials • cases with polychrome enamel painted scenes depicting; a mother and her two children; after Pietro da Cortona painting of Erminia e Tancredi; a domestic scene of a family

Baillon watch: The movement is not running, fusee chain is broken. Repair work to the enamel dial around the winding hole and between 6 and 7 o'clock. Enamel to case back with a chip to the top right hand side and another smaller chip near to the thumbpiece. Michaud watch: The movement is not running but the repeating mechanism does try to strike. Later enamel dial in good condition. Enamel scene to the case back is rubbed and worn to the centre, there are some chips to the edge and some restoration to the bottom. There is also restoration and damage to the enamel panels on the bezel. Anonymous watch: Associated movement is not running, the repeating mechanism is striking. The later enamel dial with extensive damage. Enamel scene to case back is in good condition. Later stem and bow. tarnishing to the bezel.
"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.

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."