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  • Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
    Year: Circa 2023
    Reference No: 363.068
    Movement No: 150’175
    Case No: 259’291
    Model Name: Odysseus
    Material: 18K white gold
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. L155.1, 31 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Rubber
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
    Dimensions: 40.5mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee stamped A. Lange & Söhne Boutique, Hong Kong dated 25th January 2023, instructions manual, product literature, adjustment tools, leather booklet holder, cloth, additional cloth stamped with case and movement number, leather pouch, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    - Since its relaunch in 1994, the renowned German watchmaker A. Lange & Söhne has been dedicated to perfecting and upholding the rich heritage of watchmaking tradition. From exquisite time-only models to extraordinary complications, each watch is crafted to the highest standards of excellence.

    - In 2019, A. Lange & Söhne made a bold move into the realm of luxury sports watches with the introduction of the Odysseus. While retaining the brand's signature design elements, this timepiece features oversized date and day indications that can be easily adjusted using two discreet buttons beside the crown. The Odysseus's debut was met with tremendous success, resulting in global waiting lists and unprecedented popularity.

    - A year later, a new variant in white gold with a subtle grey dial was launched. Accompanied by a sporty rubber strap, the watch further cementing the Odysseus as the epitome of a luxury sports watch. Its impact was so significant that it served as an inspiration for future releases, including the titanium-cased model and the highly sought-after Odysseus Chronograph.

    - This current lot, presented in virtually “like-new” condition retains its original factory stickers and is complete with all accompanying accessories, is a highly collectible timepiece that exemplifies A. Lange & Söhne's dynamic approach to traditional watchmaking.

  • 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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Property from the Original Owner

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Ref. 363.068
A “like-new”, fine and attractive white gold wristwatch with small seconds, oversized day and date display, guarantee and presentation box

Circa 2023
40.5mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$200,000 - 400,000 
€23,600-47,100
$25,600-51,300

Sold for HK$381,000

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Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Hong Kong Sessions, Spring 2024

19 - 26 March 2024