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Lot 145
  • 145

Granvile; Autran; Swiss

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • THREE ENAMEL VERGE WATCHES CIRCA 1760 AND LATER
  • gold, enamel
  • diameters 49 mm, 41 mm, length 56 mm
• each with gilt full plate verge movement • two with white enamel dials, one with gilt dial and enamel cartouches • two with enamel case backs depicting a female portrait and a male portrait en grisaille, the third with glazed oval case with polychrome enamel boarder

Condition

The first: The movement signed Jas. Granvile , London is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service. The dial with hairline crack. Gilt case with scuffs throughout. The enamel portrait with scratches. The second: The movement signed Autan, Paris is running at the time of cataloguing however it may benefit from a service. Dial in good condition. Hinge attaching the movement to the case is broken. Enamel portrait in good condition, case with foil backed paste set bezels. The third: Unsigned movement is not running, missing wheels to the train. Tarinished dial lacking hands. Silver gilt case is tarnished, some damage to the enamel boarder.
"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."