EDOUARD JUVET, FLEURIER | A MATCHED PAIR OF FINE GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED WATCHES MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKET, CIRCA 1865, NO. 41981 AND 42308

Property from an Important Italian Collection

EDOUARD JUVET, FLEURIER

A MATCHED PAIR OF FINE GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED WATCHES MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKET
CIRCA 1865, NO. 41981 AND 42308

Movements: each with gilded highly decoratively engraved Chinese calibres, duplex escapements, diamond endstones, signed and numbered Edouard Juvet, Fleurier, 41981 & 42308
Dials: white enamel, Roman numerals, centre seconds
Cases: gold, polychrome enamel panel depicting a shepherd playing a flute for two young maids, champlevé enamel decoration to bezels and pendant, engraved decoration to gold cuvettes, numbered 41981 & 42308

diameters 59mm & 58.5mm

Accompanied by a later associated fitted presentation case

Condition Report:
No. 42308
Movement: runs for a short time then stops
Dial: in good condition. Minute and seconds hand overlapping and stuck
Case: enamel scene with surface scratches. Some small chips to the champlevé decoration
No. 41981
Movement: not running
Dial: in good condition
Case: enamel scene in good condition. Case and decoration in good condition

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts.

You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"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."

Provenance:
No. 42308 - Antiquorum Geneva, 14 October 1990, lot 389.