REUGE | A GILT METAL MUSICAL AUTOMATON OPEN-FACED POCKET WATCH WITH CONCEALED EROTIC AUTOMATON NO 1974 CIRCA 1985

• gilt lever movement, 17 jewels, gilt cuvette with winding aperture for the automation • painted dial with a countryside scenery, eccentric time display with Roman numerals, applied gilt automaton of a gentleman on horseback with a hawk on his moving arm, the horse is moving its head to drink the water from the animated water fountain pumped by a lady • gilt case, milled band, tri-coloured erotic automaton concealed under the hinged case back with foliage engravings, alarm setting at 11 o'clock • dial signed, cuvette signed and numbered

Movement in working order when cataloging. Sound is rather crisp with slight whirring sound. Dial and hands are in very good condition. Case in good condition,with some inevitable light scuffs and scratches, shows oxidization. Overall in good condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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 a Reuge certificate, instruction manual and presentation box.