PATEK PHILIPPE

• nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage with free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions • 18k gold pink dial, applied gold Breguet numerals, feuille hands, subsidiary seconds, 10-day power reserve register beneath 12 o'clock • large rectangular case with triple-stepped sides, chamfered ends, single diamond accent between the lugs at 6 o'clock, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

The watch is in overall excellent condition. The movement is running, however it might need service in a year or so to keep it accurate. The dial is very clean with no signs of wear. The case shows almost no wear throughout with some very minor surface scuffs to the back. The sides and top of the case look almost-new. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to Important Notices for further information
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and C.O.S.C. bulletin within a leather binder. Together with a Patek Philippe fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

Patek Philippe launched this model, the 5101, in 2003 as a tribute to a rectangular tourbillon wristwatch produced from 1956-1957. This example is illustrated in Huber, M. & Banberry, A., Patek Philippe Pocket Watches, Vol. 1, Second Edition, pp. 178-179.

The present watch boasts a combination of two rare complications: a 10-day power reserve and a tourbillon. The impressive triple-stepped case pays tribute to the firm's legendary Art Deco designs.

According to our research, the present example is one of only six from this reference to have ever appeared at auction. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time the present example has been offered at auction.