Patek Philippe

• 19''' movement, 21 jewels, 18k pink gold cuvette • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, Louis XVI-style hands, four subsidiary dials for month and day in French, seconds combined with date, and aperture for moon-phases • guilloché case back with engraved monogram within a cartouche • case, dial and cuvette signed and numbered • Certificate of Origin confirming monogram dated 1889, Extract from the Archives confirming sale with monogram 2 April 1887, original presentation box, additional crystal, hairspring

The movement is running and chiming in phase at the time of cataloguing, however it would benefit from service. The sound of the minute repeat is clear and quite nice with some background whirring noise. The moon-phase corrector is functioning however the day of the week corrector seems to stick. The dial does have slight hairlines between the subsidiary seconds dial and the day and month dials which are visible in the catalogue photograph. There is also a slight hairline between the day and the edge of the dial just above 9 o'clock. There is some discoloration toward the center of the date subsidiary. The case is in very nice condition and is quite heavy and crisp. Very good definition to the engine-turning. The monogram to the case back reads AJ, as mentioned on the Extract and Certificate of Origin. The Certificate of Origin has been folded for many years and has weakened or separated slightly at the fold lines.
"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."

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During the 1880s, Patek Philippe increased its production of highly complicated movements to cater to the new wealth being generated in the Western hemisphere. During the core years of the Gilded Age, a fine watch was a sign of distinction and status. Highly complicated with a massive case and exquisite presentation box, the present watch is an ideal example of one of the most complicated Patek Philippe watches made at the end of the 19^th century.