- 2539
Patek Philippe "The Auspicious Carp"
Estimate
1,800,000 - 2,800,000 HKD
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Description
- AN IMPORTANT AND VERY RARE YELLOW GOLD, DIAMOND, RUBY, MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND LAPIS LAZULI MANTEL CLOCKMADE IN 1990 REF 2041/1 MVT 8447 CASE 2896397
- height 21.5 cm
• Swiss B 21 quartz movement, 13 jewels • mother-of-pearl dial with applied baton and diamond-set numerals, gold and diamond-set hands • bezel set with 80 brilliant-cut diamonds, circular lapis lazuli-set case with fan-shaped gold accents, set with diamonds and pear-shaped cabochon rubies, the case supported by four stylized auspicious carp, eyes set with cabochon rubies, surmounted on a gold, mother-of-pearl and lapis lazuli oval-shaped base similarly decorated with applied gold, diamond and cabochon ruby fan-shaped accents • inner casing, base, dial and movement signed
Condition
Overall in very good condition, gold is a little tarnished but should easily clean, lapis intact throughout, one triangular mother-of-pearl segment sitting a little proud to the back, but this is not a problem, inner casing signed PPC, gold hallmarks, base also signed PPC with hallmarks. Movement is in working order.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
With a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1990 and sale on December 13th of the same year. The Extract additionally states that the clock has 730 diamonds weighing 18.93 carats and 19 rubies weighing 17.36 carats. The total weight of the clock is 2.54 kilograms. With an associated travelling case.