Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 17, 1993
LOT 458
Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, No. 974765, case No. 672597, Ref. 2471, circa 1953, unique example of ref. 2471 with "cloisonné" enamel dial representing the "Tennis". Extremely fine and rare rectangular curved, 18ct gold and "cloisonné" enamel gentleman's wristwatch with 18ct gold buckle and fitted box.
CHF 90,000 - 110,000
C. massive, polished, satined, triple bodied overhanging lugs, "bombé" crystal. D. polychrome "cloisonné" enamel representing a tenniswoman on a court, applied gold indexes + auxiliary seconds dial. M. 9"' tonneau, rhodiumed, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance-spring, micrometer regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. In excellent condition. Dim. 23 x 39 mm.
