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Patek Philippe, Leroy & Fils, Henry Bohm and Bigelow Kennard & Co.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- A LOT OF FOUR WATCHESCIRCA 1910
- Yellow gold, pink gold, silver
- diameters: 49 mm, 48.5 mm, 51 mm, 49.5 mm
• all with: nickel lever movements, white enamel dial • the first: Breguet numerals, contract silver half-hunting case, blue enamel Roman numerals to pink gold chapter ring, case and cuvette numbered, dial signed Ryrie Bros, movement signed Patek Philippe and Ryrie Bros. • the second: Roman numerals, gold half-hunting case, blue enamel Roman numerals to front cover, case and cuvette numbered, cuvette and dial signed Le Roy & Fils • the third: Arabic numerals, engine-turned hunting case, case and cuvette numbered, dial and movement signed Henry Bohn • the fourth: Roman numerals, open-faced case, case, dial and movement signed Bigelow Kennard & Co.
Condition
The first: The balance oscillates when wound, but the movement will need to be serviced. The dial is very clean except for a tiny chip to the outer most edge near 5 o'clock, only visible when the bezel is removed. The case has light scratches, and there is loss of blue enamel to the chapter ring, particularly at 4 and 5 o'clock. The associated case and cuvette are numbered 49718, the cuvette is engraved John Bryson, 30 Geo. IV Bridge, Edinburgh, the movement is Patek Philippe number 125572.
The second: The balance oscillates when wound, but the movement will need to be serviced. The dial is clean and with no visible cracks, chips or hairlines. The case is lightly scratched, but in overall good condition. The blue enamel chapter ring to the front cover is clean, with no repair to the enamel. The engraved monogram to the rear cover appears to read, TRN. The case and cuvette are numbered 9567. The cuvette is engraved, Le Roy & Fils/ To the Queen/ 211 Regent Street London/ 13 & 15 Palais Royal/ Paris/ No. 44951.
The third: The balance oscillates when wound, but the movement will need to be serviced. The dial has a chip and subsequent repair to 6 o'clock. The case has some minor rubbing/fading to the outermost edges of the engine-turned panels. The case and cuvette are numbered 214001 and the movement is numbered 83063.
The fourth: The balance oscillates when wound, but the movement will need to be serviced. The dial is clean and with no visible cracks, chips or hairlines. The case is scratched, particularly to the case back opening. The case and cuvette are numbered 1585 and the movement is numbered 271034.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The Patek Philippe watch is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture of the movement without a case in 1903 and sale on May 27th, 1905.