Cartier/European Watch & Clock Co., Inc.

• circular movement, 15 jewels • dial with mosaic of kingfisher feathers radiating from the central arbor in vibrant tones of aquamarine and turquoise, hands set with rose-cut diamonds • gold bezel overlaid with white enamel, Roman numerals spaced by cabochon sapphires, shaped agate case, the lower corners enhanced by cabochon sapphires • outside of case signed Cartier, inside of case movement and strut signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc and hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers

The movement is currently running, however it may require service soon. King Fisher feather dial in good condition with the exception of a couple of almost imperceptible slight losses to the feathers. There are some chips to the edge of the crystal. The agate is in good order, with two very small chips to the edge of the case on the lower left side. There is some slight loss to the black enamel border of the chapter ring at 4 o'clock. The inside of the back cover is signed European Watch & Clock Co, Inc., France, and numbered 1835 and 3282. The movement is signed EWC Co, France, Fab. Suisse. The strut is signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc., 1835
"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."

A similar piece is illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. & Nencini, F., Le Temps de Cartier, p. 168