No Reserve
32Σ︎≌︎
David Candaux
Ref. DC7
DC7 Genesis Saturno “Pièce Unique”
A unique and astonishing titanium flying tourbillon wristwatch with hand-painted mother-of-pearl dial executed by SATURNO and accompanied by sports memorabilia from the collection of Karl-Anthony Towns with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity
Estimate
$100,000–200,000•︎
Manufacturer
David Candaux
Year
2021, Switzerland
Movement No
No. 1/1, “Le Coeur & L’Esprit”
Reference No
DC7
Model Name
DC7 Genesis Saturno “Pièce Unique”
Material
Ceramized titanium
Calibre
Manual, cal. H70, 28 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Rubber
Clasp/Buckle
Titanium David Candaux pin buckle
Dimensions
44mm Diameter
Signed
Hand-painted mother-of-pearl dial by contemporary artist Saturno, accompanied by an Attestation of Origin confirming the mother-of-pearl is of Indonesian origin. Case, movement, and buckle signed David Candaux.
Lots containing watches with mother-of-pearl components may be subject to additional export clearance requirements. As a result, shipment of these items may be delayed until all necessary export documentation and approvals have been obtained.
Accessories
Accompanied by memorabilia from NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns including framed jersey and basketball in display case. Further accompanied by hand-painted presentation box, informational book, instruction manual, blank warranty card, certificate, glove, polish cloth, dial certificate additional presentation box, travel case, bag, sleigh and c-stand.
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GOOD TO KNOW
• Unique piece, dial collaboration with artist Saturno
• Offered with no reserve with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity
• Accompanied by Karl-Anthony Towns NBA memorabilia
Mikki Saturno is a Spanish-born contemporary artist deriving inspiration from graffiti art, science fiction, and fantasy. Initially balancing between tattooing and painting, he chose the latter as a permanent métier. Born in the same year as David Candaux, the two creators share a contemporary aesthetic and mentality and their collaboration, the DC7 Genesis “Saturno” is a reflection of this mentality. Shrinking down from his normal canvas of several stories to just a few centimeters, the base of the dial is a sandblasted piece of mother-of-pearl, designed to remove its iridescence. Perfectly symmetrical along the vertical axis, the flying 30 degree tourbillon is ensconced in a purple tourbillon cage . Red Luminova tips to the handset increase legibility, and the hand-painted mother-of-pearl dial is curved and framed with orange accents.
At the New York Knicks’ Championship Parade following their historic NBA championship win, star number 32 center Karl-Anthony Towns debuted this unique David Candaux on his wrist. It is now being offered at auction for the first time, with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity. The watch is furthermore accompanied by memorabilia donated by Towns, including a framed signed jersey and basketball.
• Unique piece, dial collaboration with artist Saturno
• Offered with no reserve with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity
• Accompanied by Karl-Anthony Towns NBA memorabilia
Mikki Saturno is a Spanish-born contemporary artist deriving inspiration from graffiti art, science fiction, and fantasy. Initially balancing between tattooing and painting, he chose the latter as a permanent métier. Born in the same year as David Candaux, the two creators share a contemporary aesthetic and mentality and their collaboration, the DC7 Genesis “Saturno” is a reflection of this mentality. Shrinking down from his normal canvas of several stories to just a few centimeters, the base of the dial is a sandblasted piece of mother-of-pearl, designed to remove its iridescence. Perfectly symmetrical along the vertical axis, the flying 30 degree tourbillon is ensconced in a purple tourbillon cage . Red Luminova tips to the handset increase legibility, and the hand-painted mother-of-pearl dial is curved and framed with orange accents.
At the New York Knicks’ Championship Parade following their historic NBA championship win, star number 32 center Karl-Anthony Towns debuted this unique David Candaux on his wrist. It is now being offered at auction for the first time, with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity. The watch is furthermore accompanied by memorabilia donated by Towns, including a framed signed jersey and basketball.