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.
-Overall condition: good. Shows normal signs of use, including abrasion marks and prominent oxidation traces on the base and top back. -The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working; however, a service is recommended. Christie’s does not guarantee the future working of the movement. -Onyx: with a few abrasion marks and one corner (front) prominently chipped. -Lapis Lazuli: in good condition, with typical appearance and some visible pyrite. A few chips to the edges and some traces of glue (repair) on the top left. -Malachite: in good condition, with typical botryoidal appearance. -Rubies, sapphires and emeralds: with typical inclusions, some surface reaching. -Diamonds: bright and lively. -Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones. -Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding all clocks and watches.