Patek Philippe

• each with cal. 215 PS manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold and isochronisms • each cloisonné enamel dial depicts a distinct scene of a sail boat riding sea spray, further detailed with engine-turning engraving beneath blue enamel, Dauphine hands • each with a platinum rectangular case, downturned lugs, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • cases, dials and movement signed • each with a platinum PP buckle

Rare and collectible! Manual winding movement is running while cataloguing. Cloisonné enamel dials are intact. Case and buckle with shop wear only and can be polished easily. Overall appear in unused condition. **The straps of the wristwatches are made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"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."

Accompanied by four Patek Philippe Certificates of Origin, Instruction Manuals and booklets in four leather folders. Further accompanied by four presentation boxes with outer card boxes.

Cloisonné enamel is one of the three classic enamelling techniques used in watch making. The term is derived from the French word for '"cloison" which means partition or cell, as golden wires are meticulously shaped to delineate coloured zones within a miniaturized scene. The master enameller then fills the contours of his creation with enamel powder, composed of finely crushed glass. In order to prevent distortion of the metal disc during the process of firing in a special furnace, "contre-enamel" is applied to the reverse.

As different colors emerge at specific temperatures, the firing process is arduous and precise. The protruding golden threads are polished down and the vivid scene is coated with a final protective layer of transparent enamel. Finally, the enamel miniature must cool in a controlled environment to prevent thermal cracks.

The current set being offered at auction is part of a limited series of only 12 sets that Patek Philippe produced in 2005.