Lot 2368
  • 2368

Patek Philippe Double Time Zone Burgundy Enamel Portico Clock

Estimate
700,000 - 1,000,000 HKD
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Description

  • A VERY RARE YELLOW GOLD, DIAMOND AND BURGUNDY ENAMEL TWO TIME ZONE, SIX COLUMN DOUBLE PORTICO MANTEL CLOCKREF 2033 MVT 8441 AND 8442 CASE 2858003 MADE IN 1990
  • height 13 cm, width 16.5cm
• Two Swiss B21 quartz movements, 13 jewels, two translucent red enamel dials over guilloché sun burst decoration, two sets of gold hands, each bezel set with diamonds, crowns for setting and adjusting time at the six position, the two ornate dials, set and held within a magnificent gold and translucent burgundy red enamel double arch top with gold floral themed design, six turned gold  finials, linking the double arched top to the base are six gold and translucent burgundy red enamel columns swathed with diamonds, gold turned feet, gold rectangular and burgundy red enamel base with chamfered corners, resting on four gold and burgundy red enamel feet, with gold scroll decoration to the front and back, the whole on a rectangular gold and burgundy red enamel plinth • case, dials and movements signed

Condition

A very pretty and desirable clock and most unusual to have the two time zones. Enamel is all intact. Two finials are lacking from the top of the case but hardly noticeable. Dials are clean. Both movements are working.
"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

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1990 and sale on May 23rd of the same year.  The Extract additionally states the clock has 536 diamonds weighing 13.25 carats. Total weight of the clock is 1.52 kilograms. Further accompanied by an original Patek Philippe travelling case.