A. Lange & Söhne - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
    Year: Circa 2008
    Reference No: 115.046
    Movement No: 63’712
    Case No: 174’767 and 82
    Model Name: Grand Lange 1 “Blue Italia”
    Material: 18K white gold
    Calibre: Manual, cal. L901.2, 53 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
    Dimensions: 42mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne Guarantee stamped Juwelier Oeding-Erdel, Germany dated 22nd September 2008, instruction manual, leather folio, cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Since its introduction in 1994, A. Lange & Söhne's Lange 1 has captivated collectors with its seemingly busy yet harmonious dial design, characterized by the perfect ratio and architecture of the golden triangle. This iconic timepiece has become the epitome of A. Lange & Söhne's watchmaking prowess. In 2003, to cater to a wider audience, A. Lange & Söhne unveiled a larger collection, the Grand Lange 1, featuring an elevated 42mm diameter case that exudes a commanding presence on the wrist while offering a modern aesthetic. The overlapping subsidiary seconds and the signature oversized date inspired by the Dresden Semper Opera clock, create a delightful harmony that is showcased on the handsome dial.

    The present timepiece, adorned with blued steel hands, is not your typical Grand Lange 1 found in the market. Nicknamed the "Blue Italia", it was specifically produced for the Italian market and was only made between 2007 and 2009. Limited to only 100 pieces, the current watch, numbered 82, is exceptionally well-preserved, barely worn, and is accompanied by its full set of accessories. Given its scarcity, this particular reference is rarely offered in the market where it essentially holds a special place in the hearts of many Lange enthusiasts and collectors.

  • Artist Biography

    A. Lange & Söhne

    German • 1845

    Originally founded in 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in Glashütte, Dresden, Germany, the firm established an entire watchmaking culture and industry in Glashütte. The brand quickly became Germany's finest watchmaker, first creating dependable, easy-to-repair watches before going on to produce some of the world's finest complicated pocket watches, including Grande Sonnerie watches, tourbillon watches and Grande Complications.

    On the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.

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Ref. 115.046
A very fine and rare limited edition white gold wristwatch with oversized date, power reserve indication, guarantee and presentation box, numbered 82 of a limited edition of 100 pieces made for the Italian market

Circa 2008
42mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$130,000 - 250,000 
€15,600-30,000
$16,700-32,100

Sold for HK$279,400

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024