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LADY'S WRISTWATCH, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, CIRCA 1940
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
The bi-coloured metallic dial of geometric design with blued steel hands, to a rectangular case with bombé ends and a cord strap, length approximately 160mm, dial signed Van Cleef & Arpels, watch back numbered, case with French assay marks and maker's marks for Encausse & Krasker, manual movement, modern case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
Condition
Please note that this watch 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. Dial signed Van Cleef & Arpels, watch back numbered 8167, case sides, clasp and watch back interior stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold, side of case with faint maker's mark EK with pliers for Encausse & Krasker. Movement signed Encausse & Krasker, inscibed 15 jewels, France. Watch running at the time of cataloguing. Watch measuring approximately 33 x 14mm. Dial in good condition, some scratches to case. Gross weight approximately 13.4 grams. Modern case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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."