F. P. Journe

• cal. 1403 nickel lever movement, mono-metallic balance with timing weights, one minute tourbillon carriage, constant force remontoire with gold wheel • black dial with eccentric silvered engine-turned time display, Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, fan-form sector for 42-hour power reserve indication, visible tourbillon regulator at 9, subsidiary dial for dead beat seconds • platinum and gold case, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum gold F.P. Journe folding clasp

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Watch in as new condition, dial and hands in fantastic condition, case in as new condition, virtually no signs of wear, fastening securely. A fantastic and complete piece is superb 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."

Accompanied by F.P. Journe guarantee, instruction booklet, presentation case and outer packaging.

Journe unveiled his first collection at the Basel Fair in 1999, adopting the spirit of "Invenit et Fecit" Latin for "invented and made". The Tourbillon Souverain was the first watch Journe ever created himself.  This novel timepiece offered the exclusive combination of a wristwatch with tourbillon and constant-force device.  Despite the model's immediate success, Journe decided to cease production in 2003 in order to maintain exclusivity and develop his own creativity. 

Thus, the Tourbillon Souverain à seconde morte was born.  A more sophisticated version of its predecessor, it includes a deadbeat second’s device. In 2004, the Tourbillon Souverain à seconde morte was awarded the esteemed 'Aiguilled'or' from the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix. 

The present lot is part of F.P. Journe's very exclusive 'Black Label' series. The Black Label series are produced only in platinum and with a black lacquered dial produced especially for this range. Only available in F.P. Journe Boutiques they are manufactured in very limited numbers, only 12 watches per boutique per year are delivered per year, and only 2 watches per model are made available in any one boutique. 

Featured within an impressive 40 mm case this exclusive and elegantly styled timepiece is a highly desirable item for patrons of independent horology.