Lot 2537
- 2537
Patek Philippe "The Scholar"
Estimate
1,200,000 - 2,200,000 HKD
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Description
- A VERY RARE YELLOW GOLD, SILVER, DIAMOND, RUBY, MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND LAPIS LAZULI OCTAGONAL DESK CLOCKMADE IN 1989 REF 2042/1 MVT 8438 CASE 2887007
- height 19.5 cm
• Swiss B21 quartz movement, 13 jewels • mother-of-pearl dial, gold and diamond-set hands • the octagonal shaped case set with lapis lazuli throughout, applied gold Roman numeral and baton chapter ring set with diamonds and rubies, scalloped-shape accents set with diamonds, the sides set with three large cabochon rubies, gold and mother-of-pearl tapered stem set with a large cabochon ruby to the front and back, on stepped lapis lazuli and gold base • base, inner casing, dial and movement signed
Condition
Overall clock in very good condition, gold is tarnished by can easily be cleaned, lapis lazuli is intact, mother-of-pearl is intact, inner casing (behind dial) all stamped PPC and 18k gold marks, base signed PPC and gold hallmarked. 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
With a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1989 and sale on January 29th, 1990. The Extract additionally states that the clock is set with 649 diamond weighing 19.48 carats and cabochon rubies weighing 40.49 carats and baguette rubies weighing 3.54 carats. The total weight of gold is 796 grams. The total weight of silver is 55 grams. The total weight of the clock is 2.22 kilograms. With an associated travelling case.