• gilt brass Swiss movement, platform escapement, cut bi-metallic balance with gold peripheral timing screws and blued Breguet balance spring with terminal curve, two polished hammers repeating on two gongs • white enamel dial Breguet numerals, open-work hands, outer minute track in gold • rectangular case with translucent purple guilloché enamel and opaque white enamel borders, bezel heightened by white enamel beads in green enamel surround, surmounted upon four ball feet, repeating via cabochon pusher on the top • movement signed Nocturne, case and dial signed Cartier, numbered 1796 on the movement and the base and 1727 on the case

Movement running at time of cataloguing, but chiming is not in phase, and need service at the buyer's discretion. Case in good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age. Enamel with no signs of restoration, some discolouration to the top. Front right foot with restoration and reattached, the surrounding area on the bottom of the clock with scratches. Dial in good condition with hairline at 1. Movement with patina and scratches.
"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."