• 手動上弦工字輪擒縱機芯7’‘’ • 18K黃金內蓋雕刻 C. Fredenhagen agent général Buenos Aires • 白色琺瑯錶盤，羅馬數字 • 18k黃金錶殼，錶蓋面多彩琺瑯繪亨利一世肖像，周邊鑲鑽石 • 錶殼及錶盤印有品牌標誌，機芯及內蓋印有品牌標誌及編號

* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。

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. The movement is working at the time of cataloguing. The dial is very lightly spotted but in good condition. Glass is missing. Case with scuffs from wear and enamel with scuffs throughout. Diamonds are intact. Overall good 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.

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."

The enamel painting found of this miniature fob watch is of a particularly high quality for the era and most possibly undertaken by a master of the craft, Theodore Z. Zasche. The artist was a third generation enameller of exceptional quality with his work exhibited in the Geneva Museum of Art. Enamelled portraits featuring Henry’s father, Francois de Guise can be found in the Louvre Gallery, Paris and of his brother Charles de Guise in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London. An almost identical fob watch made by Patek Philippe in 1890 with a portrait of King Henry II, also a miniature hunting cased watch, No.203369 was sold in 2008, more recently a similar piece was sold at Sotheby's Hong Kong in October 2012 (lot 2086). The portraits were unquestionably painted by the same artist as part of a special, select, collection of 8-10 unique examples featuring French nobility of the 16th century created by Patek Philippe circa 1890.

Henry I, Duke of Guise, Prince of Joinville, Count of Eu, was born the eldest son of Francis, Duke of Guise on December 31, 1550. Henry succeeded his father as the Duke of Guise in 1563 after his father’s a🦩ssassination and later became notable for his controversial love affair with Margaret of France (1553-1615) in 1570 and in 1576 founding the French Catholic League. Reputed to be a charismatic leader and adored by Catholics in France for his opposition to the Huguenots, he was also noted to be generous and humane. With his popularity came strong ambition to rule the throne and by cunning means he was able to reach the position of Lieutenant General of France shortly before being assassinated on December 23, 1588 by the King of France’s personal body-guards.