• 18'" ultra thin manual winding lever movement, 18 jewels, bi metallic compensation balance • white enamel dial, painted black Breguet numerals, Louis XV hands, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track with red Arabic divisions • 18k yellow gold open faced case, finely engraved bezel, personally inscribed cuvette, highly engraved case back with foliate centered by a lion's head • case, dial, cuvette, and movement signed

CASE Case is very attractive, with normal wear, scuffing, and light oxidation consistent with age and use. Case back engraving with wear throughout. The lion head with wear, and fading to the cross hatching design. Light oxidation overall. Cuvette is inscribed "Walter Clothier 1922" and in overall excellent condition. DIAL Dial in overall very good condition with light debris, and some oxidation between the plates to the sub dial. Oxidation to the hands. MOVEMENT Movement in overall very good condition with light wear and some light signs of oxidation. The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
"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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1910, and sale on August 11, 1922 with Breguet numerals, and the case back entirely decorated with engraved ornament. Patek Philippe began engraving cases and dials in the 18th century.  The art of designing such an intricate motif takes not only time, but also the utmost precision.  The present watch features a lovely white enamel dial, with a depiction of a lion engraved on the caseback.  This elaborate sketch is not commonly seen, making this an excellent and rare representation of an early engraved pocket watch by the firm.