Patek Philippe

• cal. 28-20 manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage visible through the back with free-sprung Gyromax balance • rosé dial, applied gold blackened Breguet numerals, subsidiary seconds, 10-days power reserve register at 12 o'clock, outer minute track • large rectangular polished platinum case with triple stepped sides, diamond set between the lugs at 6 o'clock, sapphire crystal display case back secured by 4 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp

Movement is in working order while cataloguing, but it has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. Dial in very good condition. Case with minor scuffs from shop wear but appears as never worn. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"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."

Patek Philippe launched the reference 5101 in 2003 as a tribute to the rectangular tourbillon wristwatch produced between 1956-1957. The present watch boasts a combination of two rare complications, a 10-days power reserve and tourbillon. The impressive triple-stepped case pays tribute to the firm's legendary Art Deco designs. In 2012 Patek Philippe ceased production of this model. 
This example is illustrated in Huber, M. & Banberry, A., Patek Philippe Pocket Watches, Vol. 1 Second Edition, pp.178-179.