SWISS | A GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET CANE HANDLE WATCH CIRCA 1900

SWISS
A GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET CANE HANDLE WATCH
CIRCA 1900

concealed watch movement, the winding action via the rotating bezel, hand setting within the stem of the cane, champagne dial with Roman numerals and outer minute track, gold chased and engraved handle depicting Poseidon and his chariot, with diamond-set edges, bezel and stem, French gold mark to stem
height 43mm, width 44mm

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing.
Dial: scratch across the bottom of the dial
Case: scuffs throughout. Decoration rubbed but overall in 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."

Provenance:
Christie's Geneva, 15 November 1999, lot 120