Vacheron Constantin - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips

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  • Description

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  • Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin
    Year: Circa 2013
    Reference No: 43172/000R-9241
    Movement No: 889’876
    Case No: 1’143’806
    Model Name: Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Squelette
    Material: 18K pink gold
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1120/1, 36 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K pink gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle
    Dimensions: 39mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin stamped Amaya Joyeros Spain certificate dated 10th June 2013, passport, Geneva seal certificate, purchase invoice, setting pin, loupe, USB, hang tags, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    A state of the art perpetual calendar complication coupled with meticulous skills of an artisan, the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle ref. 43172 is the synthesis that delights connoisseurs. The model was available in 18K pink gold and platinum and was sized at 39mm diameter. Revealing the soul of the movement based on the classic geometry of the Traditionnelle, master engravers and watchmakers joint forces to transform this timepiece into a ballet of pierced bridges, gears and rotor. In theory, the symmetrical perpetual calendar layout could be distracted by the abundant of engravings, but thankful to the mastermind at Vacheron Constantin, legibility is nothing to be sacrificed. To achieve this, all indications are printed on a white ring on top of a sapphire disc, preserving its transparent qualities.

    The celebrated architecture of the calibre 1120 can be fully admired all around. Powered by the decorated skeletonized Maltese cross rotor, the movement is completely engraved with motifs inspired by the trellis pattern of the Eiffel Tower, the movement is further stamped with the Geneva hallmark of excellence.

    Well-preserved with a hint of understated extravagance, the present timepiece is perfect for the discerning collector who appreciates artisanal movements.

  • Artist Biography

    Vacheron Constantin

    Swiss • 1755

    The 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.

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Ref. 43172/000R-9241
A rare, well-preserved and attractive pink gold skeletonized perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases, leap year indication, certificate and presentation box

Circa 2013
39mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$240,000 - 400,000 
€28,800-48,000
$30,800-51,300

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Thomas Perazzi
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+852 2318 2031
WatchesHK@phillips.com
 

Gertrude Wong
Head of Sale, Hong Kong
+ 852 2318 2045
gertrudewong@phillips.com
 

The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024