Patek Philippe

• cal. 33 photo-electric movement, the quartz movement recharged by a solar panel • silvered square dial, circular brushed gilt chapter ring, Roman numerals, dauphine hands • cylindrical case with red polychrome cloisonné enamel, signed EPL for Elisabeth Perusset Lagger • case, dial and movement signed

Quartz movement running while cataloguing, however minute and hour hands need re-alignment and the clock require service. Dial looks nice and clean. Polychrome cloisonné case is intact and beautiful.
"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 an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1982 with "Red" cloisonnée enamel and sale on May 30th, 1985. 

Patek Philippe's photo-electric clock was not only among the first civilian uses of solar power, but the first application of this technology in any horological piece. It was also the first freestanding, portable timepiece operated by means other than a traditional mechanical movement. Along with the advent of the electromechanical and quartz movements, this solar-powered milestone was one of several significant advances in the third quarter of the 20th century that threatened to render mechanical movements obsolete.

While every single piece is a unique work, Patek Philippe's cloisonné enamel dome clocks were created for the motif of the client's request. The present example with ruby red enamel features the artistry of Elisabeth Perusset Lagger, a master enameller whose work appears on several of Patek Philippe's cloisonné dome clocks.