PARMIGIANI FLEURIER | A FINE AND UNIQUE YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WATCH WITH 8-DAY POWER RESERVE INDICATION AND STANDNO 2022 TEMATICA VENICE CIRCA 1996

• cal. 24''' finely engraved manual winding movement, 29 jewels • silvered dial with guilloché center field, Roman numerals on brushes chapter ring, subsidiary seconds, fan-form sector for 8 days power reserve indication • 18k yellow gold case, stepped milled bezel, case back with Venice style geometric design of blue and green champlevé enamel • case, dial and movement signed • with a gilt, translucent red enamel and diamond-set Parmigiani Fleurier stand

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. Dial in excellent condition. The case is in excellent condition except with only minor and light surface wear. The bottom of the watch near the hinge has some very minor pinhead ding and two more on the left hand side. The enamel to the case back is intact to beautiful condition with no restoration and still has some very nice bright colors. There is light surface wear to the glazing. Overall in excellent condition and still retains the swing tag confirming the original retail price of close to 20 million yen which in USD close to 200 thousand. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

The present watch was produced in a limited production of only two pieces for a themed collection called Tematica Venice. As confirmed by the brand, the present watch was made to commemorate the birth of the maison in 1996. Each watch is presented with finely crafted champlevé Venice style enamel in either red or blue and with the calibre 24’’’ movement with 8-day power reserve, the present watch being the blue version. Named "Tematica Venice", the vivid enamel design on the case back and the engraving on the bridges are inspired by Venetian palaces marble floors. Developed and beautifully hand finished in the Parmigiani workshop, this unique piece is a fine example of the Parmigiani's exquisite craftsmanship.