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A. Lange & Söhne
Ref. 101.035
Lange 1 “Darth”
A rare and attractive platinum wristwatch with small seconds, large date, power reserve indication, Certificate and presentation box
- Estimate
- CHF25,000 - 50,000$25,000 - 50,100€25,700 - 51,500
CHF50,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- A. Lange & Söhne
- Year
- Circa 2000
- Reference No
- 101.035
- Movement No
- 16'794
- Case No
- 128'254
- Model Name
- Lange 1 “Darth”
- Material
- Platinum
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. L901.0, 53 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Platinum A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 38.5mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied with A. Lange & Söhne Certificate, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
Since the launch of A. Lange & Söhne’s Lange 1 in 1994, the noteworthy asymmetric dial design, that embodies the perfect ratio and architecture of the golden triangle has been a success and is beloved by collectors.
Amongst the collection, the Lange 1 reference 101.035 was produced in small quantities exclusively between 1999-2006 and sets itself apart from its breed. Cased in platinum with a distinctive monochromatic all black configuration and a handsome “white on black” date disc, the model was nicknamed by collectors “Darth” and enjoys a cult-like following.
This Darth, sized at 38.5mm in diameter, is not only an early production of the Lange 1, but also an early example within the Darth series. This can be defined by the two hallmarks stamped on the caseback instead of 4 like in later examples, as well as the absence of anti-reflective coating on the crystals like the present example.
The aesthetics of the movement displaying artistic flourished engravings and technical brilliance of the calibre L.901.0 operates with a 72-hour power reserve. Praised by scarcity and collectability, this timepiece suited in a desirable black appeal and is offered in excellent condition and accompanied by its certificate and accessories.
Amongst the collection, the Lange 1 reference 101.035 was produced in small quantities exclusively between 1999-2006 and sets itself apart from its breed. Cased in platinum with a distinctive monochromatic all black configuration and a handsome “white on black” date disc, the model was nicknamed by collectors “Darth” and enjoys a cult-like following.
This Darth, sized at 38.5mm in diameter, is not only an early production of the Lange 1, but also an early example within the Darth series. This can be defined by the two hallmarks stamped on the caseback instead of 4 like in later examples, as well as the absence of anti-reflective coating on the crystals like the present example.
The aesthetics of the movement displaying artistic flourished engravings and technical brilliance of the calibre L.901.0 operates with a 72-hour power reserve. Praised by scarcity and collectability, this timepiece suited in a desirable black appeal and is offered in excellent condition and accompanied by its certificate and accessories.
A. Lange & Söhne
German | 1845Originally 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.
Browse MakerOn 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.