CHARLES OUDIN | A YELLOW GOLD QUARTER REPEATING WATCH WITH AUTOMATON JACQUEMARTS NO 3202 CASE 1483 CIRCA 1815

• manual winding movenet • silvered engine-turned dial, central chapter ring, with Breguet numerals, with three figures that strike in unison to the time including two  vari-coloured gold figures striking bells above, and the third figure striking a drum at 6 o'clock • gold case, coin-edge band, gilt-metal cuvette • cuvette and movement signed

The movement and the minute repeater is functioning at the time of cataloguing. The dial is in fair condition, the arms of the people in the scene are all striking, there are clear signs of aging which is consistent with the age of this watch. The case has a visible dent to the bezel at 10 o'clock and there are scratches and scuffs throughout the case which is consistent with the age of the watch. 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."

Charles Oudin, (1768-1840) an innovative watchmaker, was a pupil of Abraham-Louis Breguet. Oudin established his own workshop at the Palais Royal no. 52 in 1805.