BREITLING, 18K BENTLEY MULLINER PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH NO. 1/1, REF. J2936267/Q521/980TImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 50,000
Estimate
USD 40,000 - USD 60,000
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.
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Lot Essay
The present lot demonstrates with glistening complexity the multifaceted intersection of high horology and automobile production: Breitling’s history of chronographic elegance lends to a classic partnership with Bentley that celebrates the beautiful ideals of the prestigious British automobile brand. The watch weighs a total of 305.7 grams and originally retailed for $185,000. An overall tour-de-force of features and aesthetic flourish, the Breitling Bentley Mulliner presents a perpetual calendar, chronograph and a delicate moon phase in a timepiece that exudes opulence: a stunning white gold case and band paneled with intricate diamond details. The striking dial is an alluring amber metallic, a mimetic reference of one of the Bentley’s most popular exterior paint colors – a testament to the multifaceted correlation that exists between automobile design and horology. The inscription on the case back of the present lot, “limited edition no. 1/1”, is a declaration to the utter singularity of this model and its role as a grand illustration of a time-honored partnership and a shared commitment to the paragon of luxury craftsmanship.
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Condition report
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The case is in excellent condition with light scratches. The diamonds appear to all be present on the case. The case back is in good condition with light scratches and some small nicks. The bezel is in good condition with light scratches. The dial and hands are in excellent condition and appear to be original. The diamonds appear to all be present on the dial. The bracelet is in good condition with light scratches. All the diamonds appear to be present in the bracelet. The average weight, color, and purity of the diamonds on the watch is 5.437 cts. TW/VVS. 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.