Jaeger-LeCoultre - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
    Year: Circa 2016
    Reference No: 278.8.54, Q3788570
    Case No: 2’984’149
    Model Name: Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Duoface
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Manual, cal. 854/1, 21 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Jaeger-LeCoultre pin buckle
    Dimensions: 46.8mm length x 27.4mm width
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Jaeger-LeCoultre certificate dated 14th March 2016 stamped Swiss Concept Australia, instruction manual, travel pouch, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Alongside the Cartier Tank, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso's rectangular silhouette remains one of the most distinctive case shapes in watchmaking. Blending sophistication with ingenious functional design, the Reverso has stood as Jaeger-LeCoultre's flagship model since its 1930s debut.

    Launched in 2013, this stainless steel Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Duoface showcases the dual time zone complication that exemplifies the model's versatility. One side displays elegant small seconds and a clean white dial with handsome black indices and hands - perfect for daytime elegance. The reverse reveals a guilloché black dial exuding evening flair. SuperLuminova-filled sword hands aid nighttime legibility, complemented by a day/night indicator.

    The Duoface ingeniously houses two distinct timepieces within one singular shape. Granting its wearer versatility, the two stylish dials can complement outfits or suit the mood of the day. This epitomizes the enduring ingenuity that positioned the Reverso as an icon of reversible form and function. With two faces, yet one iconic identity, Jaeger-LeCoultre continues demonstrating the timelessness of the Reverso concept.

  • Artist Biography

    Jaeger-LeCoultre

    Swiss • 1833

    Not all companies in the watchmaking field have been able to stand the test of time quite like Jaeger LeCoultre, also known as the "watchmaker's watchmaker." Founded in 1833 by Antoine LeCoultre and originally named LeCoutre, the firm provided watchmaking's top brands, such as Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet, the high-grade, unfinished mechanical movements with which they completed their watches.

    In the early 1900s, Cartier's watch supplier Edmond Jaeger sought out LeCoultre's help in creating the world's thinnest watches. The collaboration resulted in the creation of Cartier's earliest Tank and Santos watches, all housed with LeCoultre movements. The duo decided to merge in 1937, and the firm officially became the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand by which collectors know and adore it today. Some of the firm's most significant and important timepieces include the Reverso, the Memovox, the Atmos clock and, among modern watches, their Master Complications.

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Ref. 278.8.54, Q3788570
A fine and attractive stainless steel reversible dual-time wristwatch with small seconds, day/night and 24-hour indication, certificate and presentation box

Circa 2016
46.8mm length x 27.4mm width
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$40,000 - 100,000 
€4,700-11,800
$5,100-12,800

Sold for HK$60,960

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024