Lot 65
  • 65

Swiss and David Magnin

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A LOT OF TWO 18K YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL WATCHESCIRCA 1895 AND 1860
  • the first: 26 mm, the second: 35 mm
the first: nickel lever movement, guilloché dial with translucent blue enamel, open-faced, the reverse with a putti playing the flute to one side, scrollwork set with rose-cut diamonds, the second half with translucent blue enamel over guilloché heightened by fleur-de-lys, case and cuvette numbered, case signed AW • the second: gilt cylinder movement, white enamel dial, hunting cased, the front with polychrome enameled scene of a courting couple, the reverse with a Swiss mountain scene, cuvette signed and numbered, case numbered

Condition

The first: The movement is running well at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The case back and cuvette are numbered 107816, and the case back is stamped with an AW within an oval, which may refer to Weber. The enamel to the dial is fully intact. There is a small spot of loss to the enamel on the front bezel between 8 and 9 o'clock and a small spot of restoration on the case back just below the lip for opening the case back around one of the gold fleur-de-lys. The enamel has some light minimal surface scuffs. Otherwise in very nice condition overall, a very lovely and well-kept piece. The second: there is movement to the balance when wound, however it would require service. The cuvette and case are numbered 18816 and the case is further stamped with PF within an oval and G within a cartouche. The enamel is mostly inract with significant surface scuffs. The scene with the courting couple has a very small spot of loss at the top center and the Swiss mountain scene has a chip which is mostly just to the surface of the enamel on the middle of the right side. The screw holding in the bow is loose.
"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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