Corum

• fully skeletonized jeweled manual winding movement with one-minute tourbillon, mono-metallic compensation balance • bezel set with yellow sapphire-set Roman numerals at the quarters, case back secured by six screws • tourbillon carriage bearing logo, case numbered • platinum Corum buckle

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, and it has recently been fully serviced by Corum. The watch is accompanied by a copy of the Corum service paperwork from December 2010. The case bears only some light signs of wear and is in overall very nice condition. With service pouch from Corum.
"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."

The design of this movement was based on the work of Christophe Claret. Together with Corum, the talented watchmaker created an exclusive and limited series of skeletonized tourbillon wristwatches, named 'La Mysterieuse' for their brilliantly designed movements which utilize transparent plates and bridges. Examples in platinum were made only upon special request.

Claret entered the Geneva Watch School at the age of 16, later training with a specialist in complications. Finally working by himself, he restored watches for collectors as well as making his own movements. Today Christophe Claret's creations are recognized for their innovative nature and high quality and can be found in watches by, amongst others, Corum, Harry Winston, Jean Dunand, Guy Ellia, Ellicott and De La Cour.