Jean Bonbruict

• gilt-brass movement, verge escapement with plain three-arm balance and hair spring with regulation slide, pierced foliate balance cock, baluster pillars, the striking train with pierced standing barrel, steel count wheel with pierced, engraved and numbered cock and with blued steel indicator, pierced blued steel striking gate, the alarm train with pierced standing barrel • 3½-inch silver dial with floral border, the centre engraved with a river scene, hands replaced • later gilt brass pierced and engraved case with stylised foliate decoration • signed on the backplate Bonbruict A Blois

Movement in generally good condition with old repairs, running at the time of cataloguing, marks and scratches, hair spring and regulation possibly later; it has not been tested for running condition and it should be assumed that it will require cleaning, service and overhaul. Dial in good condition, hands replaced. Later case has some old repairs to hinge and surround, gilding rather worn, damage to the band with an area of the pierced decoration lacking. No winder. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."