Patek Philippe

• cal. 17-170 nickel lever movement with the Geneva seal, mono-metallic balance, 18 jewels, swan-neck regulator • white matte dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds • 18k yellow gold case, snap-on case back with a finely painted enamel landscape scene of Lake Geneva from Bellevue with a panorama of Mont Blanc, a lady and a shepherd on the Bellevue side shepherding • case, dial and movement signed, case and movement numbered, enamel signed by enamelist M. Ducrey

Movement is in working order while cataloguing. Dial is nice and clean. Enamel is very well preserved, no signs of cracks or any reglazing. Case with light signs of wear. A few minor knife marks to the case back opening area. Overall condition is very good. A highly recommended piece.
"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."

With a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives and presentation box with outer packaging.

This exquisitely painted Patek Philippe Ref. 866 timepiece portrays a pastoral scene with a view of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc from Bellevue.  Patek Philippe debuted the Ref. 866, its decorative and polychrome painted enamel dress watches, in the early 1970s and continued production through the 1990s.  This particular example is numbered 56 in the series and was made circa 1980.  According to our research approximately 200 pieces were made over this period, each with unique painted enamel scenes.  The present lot was painted by the hand of Muriel Ducrey, one of the famed miniaturists who worked with Patek Philippe to create these precious works of horological art.  Other artists included Suzanne Rohr, L. Pellarin-Le Roy, G. Menni and M. Bischoff.