Patek Philippe & Co

• cal. 19''' jewelled nickel lever movement, cut bi-metallic compensation balance, repeating on two gongs • 18k pink gold hinged engraved cuvette • white enamel dial, painted Roman numerals, subsidiary dials indicating month, date combined with seconds, day, and fan-form aperture displaying phases of the moon • 18k pink gold case, minute repeating slide to the band • case, dial and cuvette signed

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be require. The movement is working at the time of cataloguing, however the calendar functions are not advancing properly. The minute repeating mechanism is not striking the hour correctly. Glass missing. Dial lightly spotted with visible hairline and restoration to the moon-phases dial. Cuvette signed " Fabriquée pour Eusebio Güell par Patek Philippe & Co Genève Septembre 1880". Case with light scuffs.
"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."

This watch belonged to Eusebio Güell, an entrepreneur who profited greatly from the industrial revolution in Catalonia in the late 19th century. Güell is known for his friendship with architect Antoni Gaudí. Güell used Gaudí’s unique architectural vision to build a utopian town on the outskirts of Barcelona, including Gaudí’s crypt of the Colònia Güell and the famous park Güell. The cuvette of this watch states that it was made by Patek Philippe for Eusebio Güell.

Research shows that, from 1874 to 1889, Patek Philippe’s perpetual calendar movements were all slightly different from each other, as the company worked towards perfecting the complication. Consequently, watches with perpetual calendar made during the 1874-1889 period can all be considered unique.