Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 15, 1994
Patek Philippe & Cie., Genève, No. 115197, case No. 225064, sold to Tiffany & Co., on 25 September 1900. Extremely fine 18 ct. gold and enamel, diamond-set, pair cased keyless pendant watch, with certificate.
C. Outer double body "Louis XV", the bezel repousse with foliage, the back with a scene depicting Hercule, Aphrodite and Cupid with outer rocaille decoration. Two piece inner "Louis XV", of green translucent enamel over engine-turning, the back with a fine painted scene depicting Cupid riding a dolphin, within a rose-diamond inlaid decoration. D. White enamel with green Breguet numerals and outer gilt Arabic minute ring. Gold " Louis XV" hands. M. Glazed 9-, nickel plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement "à moustaches", cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Signed on the dial, case and movement, Patek Philippe mark beneath the dial. In perfect condition. Diam. 32 mm.