P.P. Barraud London, W.M. Rich London and W. Kipling London

• each: with signed and numbered movement • the first: no. 2504 unusual gilt oval movement, rack and pinion regulation, gilt metal case with associated and restored blue enamel panel, with associated chatelaine • the second: pair case, inner case gilt metal, outer case overlaid with shagreen piqué with studs • the third: silver champlevé enamel dial, plain inner and outer cases 

Cedric Jagger, Paul Philip Barraud, The Supplement, p. 255

The first: The balance oscillates when wound for a brief period, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial is somewhat tarnished/lightly discolored, but well preserved. The inner case has a distinct line with some denting as a result of resting within the outer case for an extensive amount of time. The outer case is tarnished. The movement is signed W. Kipling, London and numbered 2134. The second: The balance oscillates when wound for a brief period, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial has numerous scratches with a very heavy one (almost a chip) above 6 o'clock. The inner case has loss of gilt finish, particularly where it rubs against the outer case. The outer case is discolored, but the decorations are well preserved. The movement is signed Wm Rich, London, and numbered 2022. The third: : The balance oscillates when wound for a brief period, but the movement will need to be cleaned and overhauled. The dial has some light scratches, but appears intact. The regulator adjustment aperture to the dial is not functioning. The associated hand is glued to the inside of the crystal, so when the case is front bezel is closed, the hand 'appears' to be in the correct place on the dial. The blue enamel panel to the case back and inside of the case back is associated and the enamel is clearly restored. The movement is signed P.P. Barrraud, London and numbered 2504. the enamel dial is also restored The existence of no. 2504 was unknown during the publication of the monograph on Barraud published in 1968. ,mention of the watch appears in the supplement 11 years later, where it was then noted that it was one of two, interestingly the condition of the case for no. 2504 is unchanged as it is noted in the book to have what was considered a replaced and restored blue enamel panel
"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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Barraud no. 2504 is one of two similar watches, signed P.P. Barraud, as noted in Cedric Jagger, Paul Philip Barraud, The Supplement, p.255., where it is also stated that both were made for the Chinese market. Barraud no. 2501 has an identical movement with duplex escapement and rack and pinion regulation. See Cedric Jagger, Paul Philip Barraud, pl. XI, pp. 90,140