CHRISTOPHE CLARET, AVENTICUM, MYSTERY HOUR AND MINUTE HANDS WITH MIRASCOPE CRYSTAL DISPLAY MINIATURE BUST OF EMPEROR MARCUS AURELIUS, 18K ROSE GOLD AND PVD COATED TITANIUM, LIMTED EDITION No. 2/68Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 17,500
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USD 8,000 - USD 12,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 10 Dec 2021
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CHRISTOPHE CLARET, AVENTICUM, MYSTERY HOUR AND MINUTE HANDS WITH MIRASCOPE CRYSTAL DISPLAY MINIATURE BUST OF EMPEROR MARCUS AURELIUS, 18K ROSE GOLD AND PVD COATED TITANIUM, LIMTED EDITION No. 2/68
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Lot Essay
In 2015, Christophe Claret debuted the Aventicum paying homage to the ancient Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Even with its “saltarello” time display, the focus of the Aventicum lies in its use of a miniature Mirascope (two concave shaped mirrors, that when facing each other, creates an optical illusion). The subject matter of this optical illusion is a miniature solid gold bust of the famous emperor, which is positioned below the top mirror, giving the bust the effect that its floating on top of the crystal. Powered by the Christophe Claret manufacture movement caliber AVE15.
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The present lot is offered in very good overall condition. The carbon fiber and rose gold dial with mystery hour and minute indicators is in excellent presentation. The case is in very good condition with light signs of daily wear on the mirror finished bezel. The original signed pin buckle is present, and shows signs of daily wear in the form of surface scratches. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
This endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the strap will be removed.
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CHRISTOPHE CLARET, AVENTICUM, MYSTERY HOUR AND MINUTE HANDS WITH MIRASCOPE CRYSTAL DISPLAY MINIATURE BUST OF EMPEROR MARCUS AURELIUS, 18K ROSE GOLD AND PVD COATED TITANIUM, LIMTED EDITION No. 2/68Estimate: USD 8,000 - 12,000
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