Audemars Piguet

• cal. 9/10RS manual winding lever movement, 18 jewels • two toned silvered dial, painted black baton indexes, subsidiary seconds • platinum rectangular case, solid snap on case back • case, dial, and movement signed 

CASE Case in fair condition consistent with age. Oxidation to the spring bars. Left side case band with wear and sporadic dot surface indentations. A hallmark with wear, but visible. Case back with wear, light oxidation, and an area of undulation toward the bottom. Case is numbered 747, mostly visible but with heavy fading. Lip for opening and closing snap on case back with wear and inconsistency. Bezel with wear and light surface scuffs and nicks. DIAL Two toned dial is very unique and in fair condition. Perimeter with losses and oxidation, which are visible when the dial is uncased. Metallic outer areas are very attractive, and with some superficial lines. Some light debris overall. Tip of minute hand with a slight curve. MOVEMENT Movement with some light wear. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. 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 lot was a gift from Carl Laemmle Jr., the son of Carl Laemmle, founder of Universal Pictures.  The studio produced extremely successful films, such as All Quiet on the Western Front, Dracula, and Imitation of Life, during his tenure as Head of Production from 1928-1936. Similar examples are illustrated on pages 189 and 201 in Brunner, G., Pfeiffer-Belli, C., and Wehrli, M., Audemars Piguet.