Tourbillon watches hold a special place in Breguet’s legacy, as its founder, Abraham-Louis Breguet, invented the complication in 1795. Ref. 3755 is one of the brand’s most celebrated creations, a masterclass in mechanical artistry and traditional craftsmanship.

This example is presented in a 40mm yellow gold case with Breguet’s signature fluted caseband and polished bezel. The skeletonised dial reveals the hand-engraved manually-wound movement. It features a one-minute tourbillon at 6 o’clock, off-centred time display with retrograde date at 12, and leap year indications at 3 o'clock.

The movement is a visual spectacle: bridges and plates are meticulously skeletonised and engraved, with sharp inner and outer corners finished entirely by hand, which is regarded as a hallmark of high-end watchmaking. Particularly striking is the skeletonised barrel and ratchet wheel, shaped like delicate ‘dragonfly legs’, visible from both the front and back.

This level of finishing demands exceptional skill and time, significantly enhancing both the value and collectability of the watch. Accompanied with its certificate and accessories, this beautiful well-preserved reference offered for the first time at Phillips is a testament to Breguet’s enduring influence on haute horlogerie.