Lot 30
  • 30

A. Lange & Söhne

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • A. Lange & Söhne
  • A FINE PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH OVERSIZED DATE AND POWER RESERVE INDICATIONREF. 101.005 MVT 158 CASE 110.205 LANGE 1 CIRCA 1996
  • stainless steel
  • diameter 38.5 mm
• cal. L901.0 manual winding three-quarter plate movement with twin spring barrels, 53 jewels • silvered matte dial, applied Roman numerals, fan-form sector for power reserve indication, subsidiary seconds, oversized twin apertures for date • platinum case, rectangular pusher for date adjustment, platinum case back secured by six screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum A. Lange & Söhne buckle

Condition

CASE The case is in overall very good condition, with scratching and some deeper scratches throughout from wear. There are some larger scratches on the upper right and lower right lug, as well as on the left side of the case. DIAL The dial is in superb condition, and in our view in free of any prior restorations. MOVEMENT The movement is in very good condition, and currently running at the time of cataloguing. The date and power reserve functions are operating properly. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The online condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance purposes only. The images of the lot also form part of the online condition report for the lot provided by Sotheby's. Any reference to condition in the online condition report does not amount to a full description of condition. The online condition report may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the online condition report of the lot or shown in the online images of the lot (for example, the online condition report 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. The online condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation because Sotheby's is not a professional conservator or restorer but rather the online condition report is a statement of subjective, qualified opinion genuinely held by Sotheby's (for example, information regarding colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's). Please also note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and wrist bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. In addition, certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot (for example, the online images may represent colours and shades which are different to the lot's actual colour and shades). For these reasons, the online condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. Prospective buyers should also refer to the Buying at Auction guide which includes important notices concerning the type of property in this sale. 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. Please be advised that wristbands 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS (ONLINE ONLY).

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an A. Lange & Söhne guarantee dated June 17, 1996 originally sold from Türler Schmuck & Uhren in Zürich, presentation box, and one instructional booklet. The 'Lange 1' model was one of four pieces launched in 1994 as part of A. Lange & Söhne's re-launch in the early 90s.  Since then, the model has remained a staple within the brand. The silvered matte dial features two large apertures to display the date and a fan-form sector for the power reserve indication.  The present example is accompanied by its presentation box, guarantee and instruction manual - further enhancing the watch's collectability.