• cal. CC-CHW97A automatic lever movement, 36 jewels, mono-metallic balance, one minute tourbillon carriage with diamond endstone, platinum sliding weights, linear power reserve indication • 18k pink gold rectangular case, sapphire crystal display apertures, sapphire crystal display back with winding and time-setting crowns secured by eight screws • case and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Harry Winston deployant clasp

Movement is in working order while cataloguing. Dial is clean and intact. Very superficial scuffs to the bezel, otherwise very clean. Buckle is like new. Overall condition is excellent. Case numbered 023377. **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."

 

Developed in 2005 in conjunction with Harry Winston Rare Timepieces and the watchmaker Christophe Claret, the highly inventive Glissière tourbillon was winner of the coveted Grand Prꦑix d’Horologerie Technical Watch Category in 2007. The movement, Caliber CC-CHW97A features a skeletonized tourbillon with 51 hours power reserve wound by two platinum weights allowed to slide freely on metal rods. As the weights move independently back and forth they wind the mainspring via platinum fan-form gearing on the reverse. The design of movement and moving blocks draws comparisons to the wheels, sliding pistons and rails of a steam locomotive.

Originally under the guidance of Max Büsser (for a note on Max Busser see lot 2157) Harry Winston Rare Timepieces established the ‘Opus’ series of highly technical and exceptional wristwatches created annually in partnership with one of Switzerland’s most talented independent horologists. The Opus One, launched in 2001, was created in collaboration with watchmaker Francois Jean Paul Journe (see note on F.P.Journe, lot 2294) and subsequent examples from highly creative and successful master-watchmakers have included, among others, The ‘Opus 5’ by Felix Baumgartner (see note on Urwerk founders, lot 2153) and ‘Opus 6’ by Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey (see note 🍨on Greubel Forsey,  page 106-107). Harry Winston, although most famous for their exquisite diamonds, has directly aided to the development of some of Switzerland’s most creative and successful independent watchmakers via Rare Timepieces and the Opus series.