Franck Muller - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: FOUR Hong Kong Monday, May 29, 2017 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: Franck Muller
    Year: Circa 2005
    Reference No: 1200 RMT
    Case No: 6
    Model Name: Imperial Tourbillon
    Material: Platinum
    Calibre: Mechanical, 32 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Blue Franck Muller crocodile leather strap
    Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Franck Muller buckle
    Dimensions: 45 mm. length
    Signed: Case, dial and movement signed
    Accessories: With Franck Muller blank Certificate of Origin and Warranty, leather wallet, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Franck Muller first introduced the Imperial Tourbillon in 1995 and later on upgraded it with a minute repeating complication in 1996. The present watch features an aperture for a patented one-piece tourbillon carriage, allowing the wearer to admire the tourbillon mechanism. Presented in like new condition, the watch is complete with original certificate and fitted presentation box.

  • Artist Biography

    Franck Muller

    Swiss • 1991

    Specializing in top-quality timepieces, Swiss watchmaking company Franck Muller was founded in 1991 in Geneva. The company was named after watchmaker Franck Muller, also known as the "Master of Complications," and Vartan Sirmakes, Co-Founder and CEO of the Franck Muller Group. Shortly after graduating from watchmaking school in the 1980s, Muller was among the first to create his own tourbillon wristwatch, along with world-renowned brands Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin.

    In addition to Muller's fine craftsmanship and intricate complications, the brand is often recognized for its modern designs and colorful flare. To date, the brand's notable lines are the Curvex, Crazy Hours, Casablanca, Conquistador, Long Island and Aeternitas, as well as Revolution2 and Revolution3.

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Σ928

Ref. 1200 RMT
A fine platinum minute repeating tourbillon rectangular wristwatch with power reserve indicator and blue enamel dial

Circa 2005
45 mm. length
Case, dial and movement signed

Estimate
HK$480,000 - 600,000 
€57,800-72,200
$60,000-75,000

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