MB&F - RETROSPECTIVE: 2000 - 2020 Geneva Sunday, November 8, 2020 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: MB&F
    Year: 2020
    Reference No: LM101
    Case No: 51RF36859 caseback further stamped with limited edition number 7/33
    Model Name: Legacy Machine 101 Frost
    Material: 18k pink gold
    Calibre: Manual, inhouse, 23 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather
    Clasp/Buckle: 18 pink gold
    Dimensions: 40mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by MB&F fitted box, warranty, user manual, leather wallet and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Max Busser has been rocking the horological boat in for close to 15 years with his Sci-Fi pop culture kinetic wrist sculptures that also happen to be incredible wristwatches, however, with his Legacy Machines he is paying an incredible tribute to the horological greats of the 19th century.

    Presenting the genetic codes of the Legacy Machine with its domed crystal, extra-large 14mm balance suspended over the dial and held by an arch shaped bridge and its superlative finish, the Legacy Machine 101 comes in a more subdued 40mm case.

    Whereas the balance wheel takes – literally – centre stage- time is read via am offset sub dial near 2 o’clock and a power reserve indicator is placed at 6 o’clock. The Legacy Machine 101 “Frost” features a delicate frost finish on the top plate of the dial, an extremely difficult finish – originally used in pocket watches of the 18th century- that today only a hand full of artisans can master. The movement has also received a sand blasted finish, as opposed to the traditional Geneva waves.

    An incredibly attractive timepiece limited to 33 pieces, the “LM101 Frost” manages the delicate balance of merging haute horlogerie, traditional techniques with the modern flair and panache MB&F is known for.

    Please note that MB&F generously offers a complimentary service of the watch to the successful bidder.

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Ref. LM101
A very fine and rare limited edition pink gold wristwatch with suspended balance wheel and power reserve with box and guarantee

2020
40mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
CHF32,000 - 60,000 
€29,900-56,000
$34,900-65,400

Sold for CHF63,000

Contact Specialist

Alexandre Ghotbi
Head of Watches, Continental Europe and the Middle East

41 79 637 1724
aghotbi@phillips.com

 

Thomas Perazzi

Head of Watches, Asia
+852 2318 2031

WatchesHK@phillips.com

RETROSPECTIVE: 2000 - 2020

Geneva Auction 8 November 2020