Lot 98
  • 98

CHS. AD. MONTANDON, LOCLE | A VERY FINE GOLD HUNTING CASED ONE-MINUTE TOURBILLON WATCH WITH PIVOTED DETENT CHRONOMETER ESCAPEMENTCIRCA 1865, NO. 18643

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description

  • A VERY FINE GOLD HUNTING CASED ONE-MINUTE TOURBILLON WATCH WITH PIVOTED DETENT CHRONOMETER ESCAPEMENTCIRCA 1865, NO. 18643
  • diameter 57mm
• Movement: nickel movement with decorative sunray patterned engraving, pivoted detent escapement mounted on a one minute tourbillon carriage with polished steel arms, gold train and escape wheel, bi-metallic compensation balance, 18 jewels, some jewels carried in screwed gold chatons, fusee and chain, signed and numbered Chs. Ad. Montandon, Locle, no. 18643• Dial: white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring, large sunken subsidiary seconds, blued steel moon hands, signed Chs. Ad. Montandon, Locle• Case: 18ct gold, engine-turned covers, the front centre with a blank cartouche, screwed down bezel, plain polished gold cuvette with apertures for winding and handset, milled band, cuvette numbered 18642, inside case back numbered 18643

Provenance

Antiquorum Geneva, 24 March 1985, lot 285

Literature

Rheinhard Meis, Das Tourbillon, 1986, p.350

Condition

Movement: just running for short periods at time of cataloguing - would recommend a service and overhaul. Dial: the bezel was not unscrewed at time of cataloguing to remove the glass, however appears to be in good condition. Case: with some rubbing to the edges of the engine-turned back, the central cartouche is polished and slightly indented suggesting perhaps removal of a monogram, milling to band remains clear. Small marks and scratches.
"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."

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