PATEK PHILIPPE | A PINK GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WATCH, RETAILED BY GONDOLO & LABOURIAU, RIO DE JANEIROMVT 159189 CASE 263133 CHRONOMETRO GONDOLO MADE IN 1910

• cal. 21''' manual winding movement, mustache escapement, cam-wheel regulation, 18k pink gold cuvette • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds • 18k pink gold case, hinged cuvette with engravings, guilloché decoration to the case back engraved with initials of "TAPUYA" • case, dial, movement signed, cuvette signed and numbered, dial， cuvette and movement further signed by the retailer

Movement in working order while cataloguing. Hands with light surface wear. The dial is intact with two chips under the bezel between 1 and 2 o'clock. There is also a very minor scratch to the center to the subsidiary dial. The case is in very crisp condition with only very light surface wear which is consistence with the age of the watch. The case back with crisp engine turning that has become a little rubbed towards the edges. Both hinges are nice and tight, the movement is in very good condition. The cuvette when opened is removed from the case and needs attention. Overall, a very attractive example. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping 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 Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives. Watches made by Patek Philippe for the illustrious Brazilian firm of Gondolo & Labouriau in Rio de Janeiro are prized as some of the best examples of the high-quality watches from the turn of the last century. "Chronometro Gondolo" watches were made especially for the Brazilian retailers who were important in the market from the 1870s. From 1902 Patek Philippe produced exclusively for Gondolo & Labouriau a specially designed very high quality calibre called "Chronometro Gondolo". These watches are characterized by movements bearing cam-wheel regulators and 9k gold gear train wheels. 

For nearly 30 years of the two firm's partnership, Gondolo & Labouriau retailed close to a third of the entire production of Patek Philippe watches.