PATEK PHILIPPE | LAKE GENEVA BARQUES, REFERENCE 5089G-035 A LIMITED EDITION WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH POLYCHROME CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL DIAL, MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRAND, CIRCA 2014

Dial: polychrome cloisonné enamel Calibre: cal. 240 automatic, 27 jewelsMovement number: 5'841'176Case: 18k white gold, sapphire crystal display hinged case backCase number: 6'014'909Closure: black Patek Philippe alligator strap and 18k white gold buckleSize: 38.6 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Phlippe Certificate of Origin, instruction manual and commemorative medal.

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The dial is excellent with beautiful bright colour and is executed to extremely high standards and it is made by the famous artist Anita Porchet. The watch has been seldom watch and maybe just a couple of times with only very light surface wear to the case. Otherwise the watch is in excellent overall condition. The buckle with very minor signs of wear. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

To mark the 175th anniversary of Patek Philippe, the manufacturer released a grand collection of watches to mark this important celebration. Patek Philippe dedicated a small batch of watches for their Rare Handcrafts distibution. The present watch is one such limited edition and is retained in excellent overall condition and was inspired by the paintings in the personal collection of Mr. Philippe Stern.

To achieve such spectacular results of such finely detailed cloisonné work, Patek Philippe incorporated a total of three different enamel finishes for the selection of watches: opaque, transparent and opalescent to the dial. Furthermore, master enamelers used a total of approximately 20 different colours and a total length of 40 to 70 cm of gold wire to build their masterpieces.

Originally sold as a set of four limited edition wristwatches depicting the famous traditional Lake Geneva barques, the present watch highlights the master skills the artists posses and how beautiful the finished product can be.