• finely engraved fully jeweled lever movement, decorated with scrolls throughout, swan-neck micrometer regulation, minute repeating on two steel gongs via two highly polished steel hammers, the repeating mechanism activated by depressing the diamond set plunger • white opalescent stone dial with green Roman numerals, three subsidiary dials with gilt chapter rings indicating day, date and month with leap year, additional opal dial with indication for phases of the moon, all under faceted crystal •  the dial and movement of the clock housed within an octagonal case, with hinged bracket allowing the clock to be raised and lowered at different angles, also allowing the movement to be viewed through the sapphire crystal display back • the large octagonal-shaped body of the bowl set throughout with translucent green enamel over guilloché background, the entire case overlaid with finely detailed scroll and floral motifs, with each flower head set with a brilliant cut diamond, inside of highly polished gold with an identically decorated gold, diamond and translucent green enamel guilloché lid • case, dial and movement signed

Overall in very good condition, wonderfully executed, some small areas of tarnishing to the gold, but this can be cleaned, dial is clean, movement is running, repeating mechanism is functioning and giving excellent resonance, date change corrector needs some attention. Overall a truly impressive masterpiece.
"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."

The total weight of the centerpiece is 4.8 kilograms.
With a Gerald Genta original red leather travelling case.