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LEROY, PALAIS ROYAL, PARIS | AN UNUSUAL GOLD OVAL QUARTER REPEATING WATCH WITH VISIBLE BALANCECIRCA 1820, NO. 3061
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- AN UNUSUAL GOLD OVAL QUARTER REPEATING WATCH WITH VISIBLE BALANCECIRCA 1820, NO. 3061
• Movement: gilded, cylinder escapement, polished skeletonised bridges for going and repeating trains, gilt standing barrel, two serpentine gongs• Dial: gilded engine-turned dial, two apertures for visible twin-rimmed balance, aperture above to partially reveal the movement and with white enamel chapter ring, Arabic numerals, outer minute ring• Case: gold, polished oval-form with rounded sides, plunge pendant, catch to left of pendant for opening back, gilt-metal cuvette with apertures and directional for winding and hand-set, signed and numbered Leroy, Palais Royal CAB, No.3061
Condition
Dial: Engine turning to dial plate appears to have a straight linear kink towards the bottom and a small hole to the border and the lower right side. Light scratch running up from dial screw at lower right side. White enamel chapter ring with three hairlines and some wear and repair to the chapter ring's inner metal ring. Case: In polished condition. French control mark to the case for Paris 'petite recense' for 1819-1838. Movement: Running at time of cataloguing. Repeating operational but somewhat sluggish. Would most likely benefit from a service and overhaul.
"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 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."