ULYSSE NARDIN, TELLURIUM JOHANNES KEPLER, REF. 871-99Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 27,500
Estimate
USD 20,000 - USD 30,000
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: 20 Sep 2018
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ULYSSE NARDIN, TELLURIUM JOHANNES KEPLER, REF. 871-99
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Lot Essay
The Tellurium is the last of the three great watches in Ulysse Nardin's Trilogy of Time. Introduced in 1992, the Tellurium indicates the relative position of the Earth in regards to the Moon and the Sun. The Earth is represented on the dial in beautiful blue cloisonné enamel. For an in-depth look at the Tellurium model, please reference Jack Forster's Hodinkee article here:
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Condition report
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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 case is in good condition with light scratches throughout. The case has developed a light patina throughout. The hallmarks are crisp between the 6 o'clock lugs. The case back is in good condition with light scratches. The engravings are crisp to the case back. It is marked number 32. The watch was made in a limited edition of 99. The bezel is in good condition with light scratches. The dial and hands are in good condition and appear to be original. The luminous material in the hour and minute indicator have yellowed slightly. The buckle has light scratches and has developed a light patina. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, but requires a service.