PATEK PHILIPPE | YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED CABRIOLET CASED WATCHMADE IN 1860

Dial: white enamelCalibre: cal. 16''' keyless winding leverCase: 18k yellow gold open faced cabrioletCase number: 18028Dimensions: inner 43 mm, outer 50.5 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on August 1st, 1865

Other examples of "Cabriolet" watches are illustrated and described in Patek Philippe Museum - Patek Philippe Watches - Volume I, pp. 102 - 105. 

MVT: running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: in good condition. Some light signs of wear, but detail still crisp and defined. DIAL: in good condition and intact Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice 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. 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."

This Patek Philippe watch a very fine and extremely well-preserved example a "Cabriolet" watch, distinguished by the two cases conceived for it to be used either "open" and revealing the dial or "closed" with only the back of the inner case visible. The cases are of very nice quality, allowing the inner case to fit very well into the outer case. The cases themselves are very finely decorated and the dial is intact and free of any imperfections. Research concludes that less than 10 other "Cabriolet" watches by Patek Philippe have appeared in public.