Cartier

• nickel lever movement • gilt dial, stylized Arabic numerals • gold bezel, the dial and movement housed within a hinged silver case, winding and setting crowns to the reverse, fitted within a larger folding silver case, the exterior overlaid with opaque black enamel, opening to a desk clock position to reveal the dial bordered by manually-set calendar in Spanish, the month to the top and the day and date to the bottom, adjusted by means of coral cabochons, each set with a single diamond • dial signed, case stamped

Christie's, New York, Watches & Wristwatches, 26 April 2007, lot 93

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service. The calendar is manually adjusted via the coral studs on the case. The dial is clean with some degradation to the printing of the numerals, visible under magnification. Some slight losses to the printing of the calendar windows and the case has acquired a nice patina throughout and is nicely preserved. Well stamped throughout and signed Cartier London.
"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."

The present lot is a brilliant illustration of the fusion of refined aesthetic and absolute practicality of some of Cartier's finest objets. When the piece is in its 'closed' position, the day and date windows are visible, and it can function as an attractive and simple paperweight that conveys useful information. When the top is hinged open, it is angled perfectly so that the open piece displays the full calendar and hour as a desk or travel timepiece.