• cal. 33 quartz movement • mother-of-pearl guilloché chapter ring with applied gold Roman numerals, inner mother-of-pearl guilloché centrefield, outer border of a garland depicting fruits and flora in high relief, gold guilloché mask • the massive ornately sculptured case with stylized and mythical dolphins set with diamonds, mounted over a translucent guilloché Royal Blue enamel dome, gold swags of floral and fruit interspersed between the dolphins, at the center a carved lapis lazuli seashell, gold finial depicting a basket of flora and fruit, the middle section of the case with four gold fluted Corinthian columns, three translucent guilloché Royal Blue enamel panels each with a frame of pierced and chased gold motif decoration, centered by a large cabochon lapis lazuli within a gold decorative mount, the whole case on a circular base with fruit swags in high relief centered by a mounted cabochon lapis lazuli, on four finely sculptured gold and diamond-set lion's paw feet • case, dial signed and hallmarked multiple times throughout

A truly impressive clock, worthy of its aristocratic and palatial presentation aura. Most probably one of the first Dome Clocks ever made by Patek Philippe. Gold sculptured work of premium quality and craftsmanship, the Royal Blue enamel of wonderful depth of color, some small scratches to the enamel on one side panel, but these are see only through a loupe, one small blemish to the back enamel near the lower part, the other side panel with two small areas of enamel loss, but this does not detract from the majestic appeal of this extraordinary timepiece, some slight tarnishing of the gold in some areas, PPC stamps and gold hallmarks throughout the case, dial engraved and signed on a cartouche, movement is in working order.
"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 1980 and sale on December 11th, 1987.  The Extract additionally states that the clock is set with diamonds weighing 2.51 carats.  The total weight of the clock is 6.4 kilograms.  With a Patek Philippe presentation box.