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Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 43060/000J
Audubon Birds of America - Shoveller Duck
A well-preserved, exquisite and attractive limited edition yellow gold wristwatch with cloisonne enamel dial signed by Muriel Sechaud, warranty and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 10 pieces, made as tribute to Jean-Jacques “Audubon’s Birds of America: Shoveller Duck”
- Estimate
- HK$200,000 - 400,000€22,100 - 44,200$25,600 - 51,300
HK$444,500
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Vacheron Constantin
- Year
- Circa 1997
- Reference No
- 43060/000J
- Movement No
- 798’702
- Case No
- 675’697
- Model Name
- Audubon Birds of America - Shoveller Duck
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 1120/2, 36 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K yellow gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 38mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin undated international warranty, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Crafted by famous enamellist Muriel Séchaud and dated ’97, the cloisonné enamel dial of this remarkable timepiece features Jean-Jacques Audubon’s Shoveller Duck, now known as the Northern Shoveler. Séchaud faithfully captures the intricate detail and natural elegance of Audubon’s illustration, bringing the bird to life through vibrant enamel work.
The Northern Shoveler is easily recognised by its large, shovel-shaped bill, which is not only distinctive in appearance but also highly functional. Along the edges are approximately 110 fine projections that act like a sieve, allowing the duck to filter tiny crustaceans, seeds, and aquatic invertebrates from the water. Northern Shovelers are monogamous and tend to remain paired longer than most other dabbling ducks. They typically form bonds on their wintering grounds and stay together until just before the autumn migration.
Presented in well-preserved condition along with its original accessories, the present timepiece showcases Vacheron Constantin’s dedication to combining fine watchmaking with exceptional artistic craftsmanship.
The Northern Shoveler is easily recognised by its large, shovel-shaped bill, which is not only distinctive in appearance but also highly functional. Along the edges are approximately 110 fine projections that act like a sieve, allowing the duck to filter tiny crustaceans, seeds, and aquatic invertebrates from the water. Northern Shovelers are monogamous and tend to remain paired longer than most other dabbling ducks. They typically form bonds on their wintering grounds and stay together until just before the autumn migration.
Presented in well-preserved condition along with its original accessories, the present timepiece showcases Vacheron Constantin’s dedication to combining fine watchmaking with exceptional artistic craftsmanship.
Vacheron Constantin
Swiss | 1755The world's oldest watch brand in continuous operation since its founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin was the first watch company to manufacture movements with interchangeable parts beginning in 1839. Vacheron's watches are admired for their Latin-influenced case designs, well-balanced proportions and exquisitely finished movements of the highest quality. The Geneva-based manufacturer is known for their highly complicated masterpieces, including the King Farouk Grand Complication made in 1935, the Tour de l'Ile that was the most complicated serially produced wristwatch when introduced in 2005 and the 57260 — the world’s most complicated watch — made in 2015.
Key vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984.
Browse MakerKey vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984.