Patek Philippe

• cal. 240 automatic nickel lever movement with PP seal, 27 jewels, mono-metallic balance, 22k micro rotor • cloisonné enamel dial on hand engraved background depicting the legendary scenary of Mère Royaume pouring her soup from a cooking pot in order to knock out the invading Savoyards and awaken the sleeping citizens of Geneva • 18k white gold case, crystal case back with a hinged solid cover engraved with "PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE 175 ANNIVERSAIRE 1839-2014" • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe buckle

The present lot is now preserved in Patek Philippe sealed bag with factory original seal. Overall in excellent condition. Rare example. Please note that upon export out of Hong Kong, the sealed bag has to be cut opened and alligator strap removed prior to shipping. Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **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."

With a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, instruction manual and presentation box. 

Founded in an ancient city with hundreds of years of history, Patek Philippe, as Geneva's oldest independent family-owned watch manufacturer, values tradition and lineage like no other. To celebrate its 175^th anniversary, the brand has decided to glorify the very city that nurtures and cultivates it through time.

Ref. 5089 ‘The Escalade Festivities’ was launched in a limited edition series to commemorate a historic night in the year 1602, when the people of Geneva repelled an attack by the Duke of Savoy. According to legend, on that fateful night in a cold December winter when the city of Geneva was asleep, the forces of the Duke attempted to launch a surprise strike scaling over the city wall. A woman named Catherine Cheynel (or the Genevan so dearly nicknamed Mère Royaume later) seized a large cauldron of hot soup and poured it outside the window on the attackers, alerting and awaking the whole town, hence deterring the attack. As a reminiscence of this event, a special chocolate pot stuffed with candies is ceremonially consumed every year as celebrations. The annual 3-day event, called Escalade Festivities, includes horseback brigades in the Old City of Geneva, costumed parades and folk music, where Genevans pays tributes to this victory day and the valiant defence of their ancestors 400 years ago.

The heroic act of Mère Royaume was then captured by the Patek Philippe’s enamellist on cloisonné enamel dial on a hand-engraved background, showcasing her extraordinary bravery and wit. Limited to only 40 pieces, the rarity of this reference is comparable to the highly sought-after Ref. 5131/175G-001 Geneva Harbor Worldtime model. This is the first time Ref. 5089 has ever been offered in auction market.