DENIS BLONDEL A GENÈVE | A GOLD HUNTING CASED QUARTER REPEATING LEVER WATCH CIRCA 1830, NO. 20885

DENIS BLONDEL A GENÈVE
A GOLD HUNTING CASED QUARTER REPEATING LEVER WATCH
CIRCA 1830, NO. 20885

gilded movement, lever escapement, bi-metallic compensation balance, two steel hammers striking on a gong, white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer minute track, blued steel moon-hands, subsidiary seconds, 18ct gold case, engine-turned covers, case maker's mark PM within a rectangular cartouche, gold cuvette signed and numbered Denis Blondel A Genève, No. 20885
diameter 50mm

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing
Dial: in good condition. Glass loose and with a small chip
Case: scuffs throughout. Some wear to the engine-turning but overall has good definition. Heavy scratches to the cuvette.

"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."