A. LANGE & SÖHNE | 1815 KALENDERWOCHE, 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF UHREN HUBER, REFERENCE 245.021 LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY AND WEEK INDICATIONCIRCA 2006

Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. L045.1 manual winding, 29 jewels Movement number: 55’190 Case: 18ct pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws Case number: 165’179, limited edition 4/50 Closure: brown A. Lange & Söhne alligator strap with A. Lange & Söhne 18ct pink gold pin buckle Dimensions: 38.5mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: original Guarantee dated November 20, 2006, user manual and presentation case

DIAL: in very good condition, hands in very good condition CASE: in overall good condition with scuffs and marks throughout mainly to the band and bezel of the watch. One small dent to the edge of the bezel at 10. MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing, day and week complication working. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international 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."

The Lange & Söhne Kalenderwoche was made in 2006 as a limited edition of 150 pieces to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Munich based retailed Uhren Huber. This special edition was made in yellow and pink gold as well as in platinum, each produced in 50 examples.  The Kalenderwoche that can be translated as the calendar week is an unusual complication indicating the week of the year. The watch further indicates the day of the week coupled with the subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock.