PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 1590 YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH STEPPED DROP LUGS MADE IN 1947

Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 12-120 manual winding, 18 jewels Movement number: 960’211 Case: 18ct yellow gold, snap-on back Case number: 643’105 Closure: brown unsigned alligator strap with unsigned yellow metal pin buckle Dimensions: 35mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on August 29th, 1947

DIAL: in overall good condition, very minor dent between 5 and 6 o'clock, hands in good condition CASE: with scratches and marks throughout consistent with age and wear, some oxidization to the side of the case between 10 and 1 o'clock and by the crown. Inside of the bezel engraved with the last 3 digits of the case number, confirming the two parts were born together. Additional hallmarks to the outside of the caseback. Plexiglass scuffed. MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing 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.
"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 reference 1590 is a particularly interesting vintage timepiece. Firstly, it has a generous 35mm case diameter making it oversized for that period and a fitting size by today's standards. Furthermore, the stepped drop lugs add a unique character to the watch. The reference 1590 was produced during six years only, between 1944 and 1950. Until today, less than twenty examples in yellow gold have been offered at auction.