Lot 188
  • 188

Cartier

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE GOLD AND PEARL SAUTOIR WITH BALL FORM WATCHCIRCA 1925
  • Yellow gold and seed pearls
  • diameter 20 mm overall necklace circumference approx. 575 mm
• manual winding lever movement • white dial, Arabic numerals, outer minute track, blued steel hands • yellow gold ball-form case decorated with enamel over engine turning beneath gold work, strings of seed pearls to the base, pusher to the band for setting, necklace with classical gold work and decorated with seed pearls, stamped to the clasp

Condition

Movement running at the time of cataloguing, however it has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping and may require a service at the buyers discretion. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Dial and hands in very good condition, case and necklace too, with minor scuffs consistent with age and minimal wear. No damage to the enamel. Rare and attractive piece.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Cartier presentation case.