Patek Philippe

• cal. 21''' jeweled gilt lever movement, wolf tooth winding, cam wheel regulation • white enamel dial, painted black radial Roman numerals, pink gold Spade hands, subsidiary seconds at 6, outer minute track • 18k pink gold case, inscribed cuvette, engine turned case back • case, dial, and movement signed by maker, cuvette and dial signed by maker and retailer

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. Case in overall fair vintage condition with wear and scuffing consistent with age and use. Some heavier scuff markings to the bezel between 12-2. Indentation to the case band between 1 and 2, 4, 5, between 8 and 10. Some material loss and scratching to the band and case back from opening and closing. Dial in overall very good condition. Some areas of debris and some light oxidation to the subsidiary plate joining. Cuvette inscribed for Gondolo & Labouriau, Rio De Janeiro. Movement in overall very good condition. One scratch to the plate close to the the winding crown; some light wear to the gilt.
"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 an Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1903 and date of sale on July 2nd, 1904.

Watches made for Gondolo & Labouriau are characterized by movements bearing cam wheel regulators and 9k gold gear train wheels. The central bridge of these Gondolo watches is frequently engraved, "Pat. Jan 13, 1891," which refers to the American patent for this type of wheel train bridge.

For a similar movement, see Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, Patek Philippe, vol. 1, 2nd ed., 1993, p. 134. For more examples made for Chronometro Gondolo, see p. 145–146 of the same text.