GLASHÜTTE ORIGINAL | REFERENCE 41-02-04-05-06, FLYING TOURBILLON ALFRED HELWIG A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM FLYING TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE DATE AND POWER RESERVE INDICATION, MEISSEN PORCELAIN CASE BACK, MADE IN TRIBUTE TO ALFRED HELWIG, CIRCA 2002

Dial: silvered engine-turnedCalibre: cal. GUB41-02 mechanical, 35 jewelsMovement number: 02Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by 5 screwsCase number: limited edition 2/25Closure: black Glashütte Original alligator strap and platinum buckle Size: 39 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Glashütte Original Certificate of Origin, additional case back fitted with Meissen porcelain depicting hand-painted miniature of Alfred Helwig, instruction manual and presentation box

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The retrograde function is working properly. The porcelain case back is nice and intact. The watch is in excellent overall condition with extremely minor signs of wear to the band only. The buckle with minor wear. 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."

In the early 1920's Alfred Helwig (1886-1974) invented what is now commonly known as the flying tourbillon. The flying tourbillon is fitted to the plate via the bearing and the carriage is built around the arbor, unlike the regular tourbillon which is fitted to the plate via a bridge. Glashütte issued this model, limited to 25 pieces only, to pay homage to the iconic watchmaker who created the complication in the early 20th century.