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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 26534TI.OO.1220TI.01
Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon
A very fine and attractive limited edition titanium flying tourbillon wristwatch with stunning green “Evolutive Tapisserie” dial, bracelet, warranty and presentation box, made in a limited edition of 50 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$1,200,000 - 2,400,000€140,000 - 281,000$154,000 - 308,000
HK$2,413,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2021
- Reference No
- 26534TI.OO.1220TI.01
- Movement No
- BE0623
- Case No
- WK3032R
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon
- Material
- Titanium
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 2950, 27 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Titanium Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 195mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Titanium Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 41mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet international warranty card, instruction manual, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The tourbillon, a specialty of Audemars Piguet, first graced the Royal Oak in 1997 to celebrate the model's 25th anniversary. The classic architecture of the tourbillon cage features bridges at the front, but today, the latest evolution is revealed with an automatic flying tourbillon movement. The remarkable cal. 2950 is the first to combine a self-winding mechanism with a flying architecture, a complication previously seen in the Royal Oak Concept line. Audemars Piguet has truly integrated this "concept" into the Royal Oak collection.
One cannot help but be mesmerized by the striking emerald green dial, which is exceptionally eye-catching. It showcases the iconic and innovative “Evolutive Tapisserie” pattern, introduced on the hand-wound tourbillon models in 2018, with a focal point radiating from the center of the tourbillon. Adding to its allure, the light and robust titanium case exudes a captivating dark hue, enhancing the dial's visual impact.
A noteworthy detail is the signature on the dial. This 24k gold applied logo is achieved through a chemical process similar to 3D printing, known as galvanic growth, where each letter is connected by thin links that are nearly invisible to the naked eye. Undoubtedly a remarkable piece of craftsmanship, this watch is further complete with its box and papers and limited to just 50 pieces. We are extremely proud to present this reference at auction for the first time.
One cannot help but be mesmerized by the striking emerald green dial, which is exceptionally eye-catching. It showcases the iconic and innovative “Evolutive Tapisserie” pattern, introduced on the hand-wound tourbillon models in 2018, with a focal point radiating from the center of the tourbillon. Adding to its allure, the light and robust titanium case exudes a captivating dark hue, enhancing the dial's visual impact.
A noteworthy detail is the signature on the dial. This 24k gold applied logo is achieved through a chemical process similar to 3D printing, known as galvanic growth, where each letter is connected by thin links that are nearly invisible to the naked eye. Undoubtedly a remarkable piece of craftsmanship, this watch is further complete with its box and papers and limited to just 50 pieces. We are extremely proud to present this reference at auction for the first time.
Audemars Piguet
Swiss | 1881A specialist in the manufacture of complications since it was established in 1881, Audemars Piguet never ceases to impress with a rich history of creating bold, even audacious, timepieces underpinned by traditional watchmaking at its finest. This Le Brassus-based Swiss manufacturer is one of only two major manufacturers still owned by the founding family. Since its earliest days, AP is considered a leader in the field of minute repeaters and grande complication pocket and wristwatches. The brand is devoted to preserving the history of watchmaking in the Vallée de Joux, showcased at their superb museum in Le Brassus.
Today, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.
Browse MakerToday, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.