Romilly; Joly; Unsigned

• each with signed gilt full plate verge movements • white enamel dials, Roman numerals, Arabic outer • two with polychrome enamel painted scenes after paintings by Boucher depicting an interior scene of a mother feeding her baby, the other depicting 'The Art of Painting'

Romilly watch: The movement is running but would benefit a service. Enamel dial with some damage around the winding hole. Enamel to case back is in good condition, there is some damage to the enamel decoration on the bezel by the bow. Anonymous watch: The movement is not running, later added balance bridge. Enamel dial with damage around the winding hole. Enamel scene to case back with restoration to the top left hand side. Damage also to the floral enamel decoration around the bezel. Joly: The movement is not running, missing minute wheel. Enamel dial with a small hairline crack at 6, missing minute hand. The dial is not secure. The enamel back with a large area of restoration to the bottom left hand corner.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
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."