拍品 57
  • 57

J. W. Benson, London

估價
25,000 - 35,000 CHF
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描述

  • 黃金及琺瑯計時懷錶備全日曆為印度市場製造,NO 25069,1881年製
  • Yellow gold Enamel
  • 直徑54毫米
• 鍍金四分之三夾板機軸式擒縱機芯 • 白色琺瑯錶盤,羅馬數字,小錶盤連秒速及月相顯示、英文星期、日期、月份連閏年顯示,外環計時刻度,黃金及藍鋼指針 • 18K黃金錶殼,錶殼飾多彩琺瑯及Maharajah 紋章,周圍飾馬術障礙賽景觀,內有其肖像,另有多彩琺瑯 The Maharaja Jaswat Singh II 肖像,周圍飾賽馬景觀,中央雕刻G.C.S.I.記號,周圍備烏爾都語及印度語文字雕刻 H.H. MAHARAJA JESWUNTSINGH, BAHADOOR, G.C.S.I. JODHPUR • 錶盤及機芯印有J.W. Benson, London品牌標誌,錶殼印有錶匠印章AS,代表Arnold Schaefli

* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。

Condition

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 running at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph, calendar and moon phase functions appear fully operational. The enamel dial is in good condition. The case with light scuffs, the enamel to the rear cover with losses. Restorations to the enamel to the edges of both covers
"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."

拍品資料及來源

The Maharaja Jawat Singh II reigned from 1873 to 1895. In 1875 he was awarded the most exalted order of the Star of India and made Knight Grand Commander (G.C.S.I). 

In the last quarter of the 19th century the family took to polo, pig-sticking and horse racing and became a force to be reckoned with.