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Lot 48
  • 48

Swiss

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 CHF
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Description

  • A LOT OF EIGHT FOB WATCHES 19TH CENTURY
  • Gold enamel
• The group including: verge, lever and cylinder movements • 7 with white enamel dials, 1 with gilt dial and guilloché centre • 3 watches with polychrome enamel depicting a woman watching a putti asleep with matching brooch, two men fishing on a seascape, children playing and posing, the Vacheron watch with both covers depicting Swiss picturesque landscapes, 3 fob watches in shape of a leaf, a shell and basket, all with blue enamel, the last with stones set to the back cover and matching brooch 

Condition

All movements would need a service and cleaning in order to work properly. 1) hunter case with noticeable scuffs from wear 2) "fishermen" overall in good condition, no pearl missing 3) polychrome enamel with noticeable scratches 4) "Vacheron" small areas of enamel missing and light scratches, accompanied by chain 5) scuffs throughout, obvious restoration to enamel and areas of enamel missing 6) scuffs throughout, obvious restoration to enamel 7) scuffs throughout, obvious restoration to enamel 8) scuffs throughout, tarnished, stones missing to the bow 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. diameters 26.5 mm, 30 mm, 23 mm, 36.5 mm, 34 mm, 29 mm, 26 mm, 23.5 mm
"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."