• automatic winding movement • gilt chapter ring with applied 18k yellow gold star and baton indexes, dauphine hands, center seconds, the center with polychrome cloisonné enamel depicting the Zodiac Leo over an orange and yellow background • 18k yellow gold circular case, down turned lugs, screw down case back • case, dial, and movement signed

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall very good vintage condition. Scuffing and light scratches consistent with age and use. Small dents at edge of case bezel at 5 and 7. diagonal crack in case band below the upper right lug. Crystal is in overall very good condition with a small crack at 12. Crystal also has light surfacing markings throughout. Dial in overall very good condition with some very small surface dots at the center enamel. Light oxidation may have occurred where enamel meets gilt chapter ring. Movement in excellent condition.
"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."

The present lot is from a series of similar watches by Gübelin with dials depicting the twelve astrological signs. The Leo is the astrological sign for those born from July 23 - August 22.