Lot 40
  • 40

Various Authors

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • A GROUP OF PATEK PHILIPPE AND BREGUET REFERENCE BOOKS
  • Paper
The library consists of the following 12 books:



Breguet, Emmanuel. Breguet: Watchmaker Since 1775, Paris, 1997.



Buchanan, Norma. The Watch Buff's Book of Trivia. New York, 2005.



Huber, Martin and Banbery, Alan. Patek Philippe Pocket Watches, Geneva, First Edition, Geneva, Vol. 1, 1982, with presentation inscription from Alan Banbery to Pete Fullerton stating "To Pete Fullerton (Henry Graves Jr's Grandson... ) and past owner of the Graves watch... most cordially, Alan Banbery, NY, Jan. 15, 1988"



Huber, Martin and Banbery, Alan. Patek Philippe Pocket Watches, Geneva, Second Edition, Geneva, Vol. 1, 1993, with presentation inscription from Alan Banbery to Pete Fullerton stating "To Pete Fullerton... In appreciation of his thoughtful and valued cooperation with the 'Graves' chapter of this book, Most cordially, Alan Banbery, Geneva, Aug. 24, 1993)



Huber, Martin and Banbery, Alan. Patek Philippe Pocket Watches, Geneva, Leather Bound Luxury Edition No. 80 of a specially made edition by Patek Philippe in 500 examples (1-150 French, 1-50 German, 1-300 English), Geneva, 1982, signed by Henri Stern, Philippe Stern, Martin Huber, and Alan Banbery.



Huber, Martin and Banbery, Alan. Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Geneva, Leather Bound Luxury Edition No. 24 of a specially made edition by Patek Philippe in 150 examples, Geneva, 1988, signed by Henri Stern, Philippe Stern, Martin Huber, and Alan Banbery, further personally inscribed from Alan Banbery to Pete Fullerton stating "To Pete Fullerton, An outstanding friend, With best regards, Alan Banbery, New York, March 9, 1989.



Marmottan, Paul. Breguet, His Genius, His Fame, His Work, Geneva, 1991.



Masterpieces from The Time Museum, Sotheby's, New York, Dec. 2, 1999. (2 copies)



Negretti, G. and Nencini, F. Masters of Time, Italy, 1986.



Patek Philippe, Voyage to the End of Time, Geneva, 1989, with a presentation inscription from Alan Banbery to Pete Fullerton.



Reardon, John. Patek Philippe Reference Guide, New York, 2010.



The Art of Breguet, Antiquorum, Geneva, April 14, 1991.



The Art of Patek Philippe, Antiquorum, Geneva, April 9, 1989.



In addition, over 40 auction catalogues, watch magazines, Patek Philippe brochures, and Breguet company literature, many with Mr. Fullerton's watch collecting notes written in his own hand.

Provenance

Reginald H. Fullerton, Jr.

Condition

These watches are in the condition expected from a well cared for 'working' library. Excellent condition but the books have been opened and read.
"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.

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