Patek Philippe

• cal. 33 photo-eletric movement, quartz movement recharged by solar panel • rectangular silvered dial, gilt ciruclar chapter ring with a polychrome enamel frame, pierced lozenge-form hands • cylindrical case decorated with cloisonné enamel scene depicting wild horses, signed L. Chappaz • movement and dial signed, case numbered

Quartz movement running while cataloguing, however the clock has not been tested for accuracy of time keeping and a service might be needed at buyer's expense. Dial slightly discolored near the bottom left panel. Case is clean in general and enamel is intact. Overall appears in very good condition.
"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."

With a Patek Philippe extract from the Archives confirming production in 1986 sale on October 6th of the same year and a fitted box.

The first example of Patek Philippe Dome clock was officially presented in 1955 at the World Symposium and displayed at the Museum of Science in Boston. Their significance continues to the present day, demonstrating Patek Philippe's solid commitment to innovation and research. Complementing modern innovation with ancestral techniques such as cloisonné enamel, Philippe Stern stated in an interview with Robb Report that "People want something unique... It's coming back to art. People realize enameling is beautiful and very difficult to do-only a few artists in the world are capable of this quality."

The exterior of the dome clock with the modern abstract enamel design is hand-painted exquisitely by enameller Madame Luce Chappaz. The captivating scene features stallions running in the wild field.  Offering in the spring season of the year of horse, the spirit of the horse is recognized to be the Chinese people's ethos – making unremitting efforts to improve themselves. It is energetic, bright, warm-hearted, intelligent and talented. Ancient people liked to designate a capable person as 'Qianli Ma', a horse that covers a thousand miles a day.  Esteemed enameller Madame Chappaz is most celebrated for creating beautiful horse scenes and the present lot can be described has one of her finest examples of solar clocks.

As one of the second generation of dome clocks, the captivating and energetic subject matter and exceptional craftsmanship displayed in this unique timepiece makes it a true collector's delight.