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Patek Philippe
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- AN 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH SCROLL LUGS1952 REF 1491 MVT 969912 CASE 667579
- diameter 36 mm
• cal. 12-120 manual winding movement, 18 jewels • silvered dial, applied gold baton indexes, subsidiary seconds • unusual scroll lugs, snap back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle • Extract from the Archives confirming sale 11 June 1952
Condition
The movement is currently running, however it may require service soon. The dial shows some oxidation to the numerals, particularly at 4 o'clock, and appears to have been washed, however is in overall attractive condition. The case is in very nice, unpolished condition, with crisp definition throughout.
The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This model, Ref. 1491, was produced from 1940 until 1958. For a similar model, see Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe, Vol. II, Second Edition, p 177.
The Ref. 1491 was produced in two versions, first with a caliber 12-120 with subsidiary seconds as in the present lot, and then with a caliber 12 SC with center seconds. Both versions feature the iconic scroll lugs that exemplify Patek Philippe's bold design spirit in the 1940s.