CZAPEK & CIE, À PARIS | A GOLD HUNTING CASED PURSE WATCH WITH A LEATHER COVERED FITTED TRAVELLING CASECIRCA 1860, NO. 7245

• Movement: gilded bar, cylinder escapement, plain flat three-arm balance, unsigned, the top plate numbered 5160• Dial: white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring• Case: gold rectangular box with hinged lid, the centre of the lid with sprung cover opening to reveal the dial via a pusher to the case side, the lid with large monogrammed 'M' to the centre, inner casement with broad plate surrounding the dial signed Czapek & Cie, à Paris, Place Vendôme 23, no.7245• Travelling case: leather covered, hinged with central reserve to accommodate the watch, brass catch closure to the side

Movement: running at time of cataloguing. Dial: appears to be in good condition Case: with some light polishing and a little rubbing to the monogram, inner case with multiple dents and creasing, signs of heat repairs, slightly loose within gold outer case. Leather covered travelling case with some scuffs to the edges
"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."

Accompanied by a certificate from Czapek & Cie.