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JAMES UPJOHN, LONDON | AN EXTREMELY SLIM GOLD DEMI-SKELETONISED BAGNOLET-TYPE WATCH WITH DOUBLE WHEEL DUPLEX ESCAPEMENTCIRCA 1800, NO.7506
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 CHF
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Description
- James Upjohn
- AN EXTREMELY SLIM GOLD DEMI-SKELETONISED BAGNOLET-TYPE WATCH WITH DOUBLE WHEEL DUPLEX ESCAPEMENTCIRCA 1800, NO.7506
- diameter 59mm
• Movement: bagnolet-type reversed calibre with female winding square, the front partially skeletonised, double wheel duplex escapement, flat balance, diamond endstone, the backplate with inset regulation dial, signed and numbered Jas. Upjohn, London, 7506• Dial: white enamel chapter ring, the centre skeletonised to reveal the movement, blued steel hands• Case: ultra slim gold case, the back centred with a plain polished hinged panel opening via a pusher to the pendant to reveal the movement's backplate, framed by a decorative engine-turned border, scooped bezel• Key: short chain with male key and matching engine-turned decoration
Condition
Movement: running at time of cataloguing Dial: chapter ring with hairline between 2 and 3 o'clock and 7 and 8 o'clock Case: hinged central cover to case back has been polished, sign of small split to bottom of hinge, the hallmarks rubbed to inside of the cover. Engine-turned decoration remains crisp. The tip of the key is very worn.
"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."