Lot 138
  • 138

Patek Philippe

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE LADY'S DIAMOND-SET 18K YELLOW GOLD, PLATINUM AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED PENDANT WATCH, RETAILED BY WILLIAM KENDRICK & SONS, LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY1908 MVT 154641 CASE 257969
  • diameter 35 mm
• 10''' ultra-thin movement, 18 jewels, inscription to the gold cuvette • white enamel dial, Breguet numerals, outer scale for minutes in red Breguet numerals, Louis XV-style hands • case with translucent gray-blue Limoges-style enamel over guilloché ground, the back further enhanced by a central diamond-set medallion, the case within a platinum openwork diamond-set frame, cabochon sapphire crown • case and dial signed by maker, movement cuvette signed by maker and retailer • with an unsigned chain with openwork pendant, spaced by enamel bars • Extract from the Archives confirming ornamentation, chain and sale on 30 Aug 1909

Condition

The movement is currently not running and it would benefit from service. The enamel dial is in very nice condition with no visible chips, hairlines or imperfections. There is some enamel loss in two places to the edges of the back. The outer frame appears to be missing a few small tassels at 6 o'clock. The cuvette is inscribed 'From Lanks, August Sixth, 1909'.
"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."

Catalogue Note

A nearly identical example is illustrated in Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Pocketwatches, Vol. II, Second Edition, p. 149, pl. 188a and 188b.