Gerd Dor Tropical Parrot Clock

• quartz movement, circular dial with large sector revealing the time indicated by a kite shaped gold and blue sapphire set pointer, turquoise, diamond and emerald segments, the dial resting on a realistically sculptured textured gold tree, resting on two branches are two gold and multi-coloured enamel parrots, each set with diamonds to their heads, sapphire set eyes, four additional branches set with a profusion of different coloured enamel flowers, each with a cluster of brilliant cut diamonds to the centre, interspersed throughout with green enamel leaf foliage, the whole scene resting on a large textured green stone base • case and dial signed

Overall the clock is in a very presentable condition, very realistically created and colours bold and intense. Enamel birds are intact and so are the flowers - one or two minor areas of slight loss of enamel to the green leaf foliage, dial with loss and rubbing of gilding. Movement is presently in working order. A very attractive, amusing and visually appealing object of art.
"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."

Total weight of diamonds is approximately 4.50 carats.
Total weight of the clock is 7.78 kilograms.
Accompanied by a Gerd Dor travelling case.