Swiss

• the rectangular box chased on the cover with a bouquet of flowers set with turquoise, the sides and base with engine turned reserves and bordered by chased foliage • the bottom opening to reveal a mechanical painted nymph inhabiting a classical garden with an aperture lifting to reveal floral pictorial representations of answers to the questions inserted through the front

The object is operating at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for accuracy 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. Case in overall good condition with oxidation throughout. Heavier oxidation at the base of the case with chase floral design and turquoise accents. Turquoise piece all present, one with some loss. Question drawer is missing a rectangular door cover. Interior painting is rich with little surface or pigment loss. One small dot of pigment loss at the right side. A question slide is taken form the larger drawer and inserted pin-side up into the smaller drawer. An answer is revealed via a female figure and a flower that appears upon activating the automaton. Movements and hinges are stiff. Automaton functions with all question slides.
"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."