GREUBEL FORSEY | A FINE AND IMPRESSIVE WHITE GOLD 24-SECOND INCLINED TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH 72-HOUR POWER RESERVE INDICATIONNO 26 TOURBILLON 24 SECONDES CONTEMPORAIN CIRCA 2016

• cal. GF01C manual winding movement, 40 jewels, 24-second inclined tourbillon supported with a sapphire bridge • silvered dial, applied luminous raised Arabic and baton numerals, eccentric window revealing 24-second inclined tourbillon, fan-form sector for 72-hour power reserve indication, subsidiary dial for constant seconds • 18k white gold case, two engraved hand-finished plates to the band, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Greubel Forsey folding clasp

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. Dial in very good condition. Case with surface scratches and minor scuffs throughout to the bezel. A few tiny nicks can be seen to the edges of the bezel near 4 and 6 o'clock. The case back with only very minor signs of wear. Buckle shows normal signs of wear. Overall in good condition. * 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.**Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to important notices for further information.
"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."

Accompaniedy by a Greubel Forsey certificate, instruction manual, loupe, travelling pouch and presentation box. The Greubel Forsey Tourbillon 24 Secondes Contemporain is a timepiece developed to showcase the 24 second tourbillon by providing a three-dimensional vision in a circular case.  A transparent, synthetic sapphire tourbillon bridge offers a captivating and hypnotic impression of the regulator floating in mid-air and underlines just one of the highly creative elements found throughout the timepiece. The movement is constructed in titanium and the absolutely gorgeous finish of the plates and bridges bring the sensual experience of the admirer to another level. 

The round 43.50mm diameter case houses a movement comprising 267 components, 88 for the tourbillon cage alone which weighs 0.39 grams only. Two coaxial mainspring barrels in series provide an optimal power reserve of 72 hours. The hour and minute ring is in synthetic sapphire, reinforcing the three-dimensional aspect, while the small seconds sub-dial and power reserve indicator are in gold. The case band is decorated with finely engraved philosophy of Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey. 

Greubel Forsey has agreed to issue a Service Rights Certificate to the buyer of this lot. This certificate entitles the new owner to visit an official retailer of Greubel Forsey for a complete servicing as well as full update of the owner book and validation of the two-year owner warranty. The new owner will also be eligible to have the leather strap changed and fitted for their usage. Additional terms and conditions to this unique offering can be furnished upon request. 

Sotheby's is honoured to be working with Greubel Forsey to bring this service to our buyers.