No Reserve
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Sartory Billard
Ref. SB04
SB04 Unique Piece for TimeForArt
A unique stainless steel automatic wristwatch with laser-engraved brass dial by Ron Elkins, sold to benefit Swiss Institute
- Estimate
- $3,000 - 6,000•
$13,970
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Sartory Billard
- Year
- 2024
- Reference No
- SB04
- Case No
- 20241014
- Model Name
- SB04 Unique Piece for TimeForArt
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. La Joux Perret G100A, 24 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel
- Dimensions
- 40mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Sartory Billard Warranty Card, additional nylon fabric strap, inner fabric sleeve and wooden presentation box.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Sartory-Billard, founded by Armand Billard, is renowned for blending artistic craftsmanship with technical precision in watchmaking. The SB04 created for TimeForArt
exemplifies this with a laser-engraved dial by American craftsman Ron Elkins, based on a design created by Armand Billard.
The dial is made from American-sourced brass, which is significant for a brand that places a strong emphasis on the use of high-quality materials. Brass is favored not only for its American origin for this project and its durability but also for its ability to take on intricate engravings, making it an ideal canvas for the elaborate eagle design seen on the SB04.
What truly distinguishes this dial, in addition to the striking animal figure, is the forced patina applied to the brass. The patina, which is deliberately induced through chemical processes, serves to enhance the visual depth and texture of the engraving, allowing the details to stand out in relief. This process gives the dial a sense of age and character, contributing to the unique identity of this piece.
exemplifies this with a laser-engraved dial by American craftsman Ron Elkins, based on a design created by Armand Billard.
The dial is made from American-sourced brass, which is significant for a brand that places a strong emphasis on the use of high-quality materials. Brass is favored not only for its American origin for this project and its durability but also for its ability to take on intricate engravings, making it an ideal canvas for the elaborate eagle design seen on the SB04.
What truly distinguishes this dial, in addition to the striking animal figure, is the forced patina applied to the brass. The patina, which is deliberately induced through chemical processes, serves to enhance the visual depth and texture of the engraving, allowing the details to stand out in relief. This process gives the dial a sense of age and character, contributing to the unique identity of this piece.