JAEGER-LECOULTRE, LADY'S REVERSO, REF. 250.8.86Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 2,500
Estimate
USD 2,000 - USD 4,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Place de la Taconnerie 8, Geneva, 1204, Switzerland
Phone: +1 212 636 2002
Fax: +41 22 319 1767
Brought to you by
A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.
Lot Essay
Rebecca's Pick Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the Reverso model in 1931, its name inspired by the Latin “I turn around”. It was originally created for Polo Players so they could protect their watch against hard knocks of the game by flipping it over. The present watch is an excellent example of the classic Art Deco design, and the case can be swiveled in its carrier to show the sterile stainless steel back. This particular example features a beautiful silvered dial with light blue minutes track around the center of the dial.
You have agreed to be bound by the Conditions of Sale and if your bid is successful, you are legally obliged to pay for the lot you have won. The purchase price for a successful bid will be the sum of your final bid plus a buyer’s premium, any applicable taxes and any artist resale royalty, exclusive of shipping-related expenses.
Condition report
A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.
The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The case and bracelet are in good condition with scratches. The case back has light scratches and marks throughout. The case and bracelet appear to have been lightly polished. The bracelet has a lot of stretch. The crown is possibly a replacement as it does not have the JLC logo. The crystal has scratches and a chip on the edge at 1 o'clock. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.