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Patek Philippe
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- A FINE AND RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD, ENAMEL AND PEARL-SET PENDANT WATCH WITH MISTLETOE MOTIF AND MATCHING BROOCH, RETAILED BY CRITZER BROTHERS, SAN ANTONIO, TX1900 MVT 116299 CASE 226639
- yellow gold and pearl
- diameter 27 mm
• jeweled nickel lever movement, wolf's tooth winding, gold cuvette with graduated blue, green and yellow enamel • chased case, openwork case back with three-dimensional mistletoe decoration highlighted with pearls, mistletoe leaves extending onto the bezel • case, dial and movement signed • with a matching brooch
Condition
A lovely and highly collectible piece. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service soon. Dial in good condition. Case and brooch in very good condition.
"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
Together with a Patek Philippe presentation case and spare crystal. Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on November 11th, 1901.
The present lot was retailed by Critzer Bros of San Antonio, TX, a firm active at the turn of the last century. After the first railroad reached San Antonio in 1877, the booming city attracted and cultivated a newly minted monied elite that was keen to purchase luxury goods, such as Patek Philippe watches.
The present example, with its exceptionally crafted case, is a stunning example of the Art Nouveau style. Similar examples are illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, Vol. II, Second Edition, p. 136, pl. 69 a., b., and p. 142, pl. 78 a., b. For a nearly identical watch by Patek Philippe, see Sotheby’s New York, October 20th, 2009, lot 102.