TRIPLE AXIS CENTRAL TOURBILLON, DEEP SPACE TOURBILLON
VIANNEY HALTER
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Price Realised USD 125,000
Estimate
USD 100,000 - USD 150,000
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: 5 Apr 2016
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TRIPLE AXIS CENTRAL TOURBILLON, DEEP SPACE TOURBILLON
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Lot Essay
Eric's Pick Vianney Halter revealed the Deep Space Tourbillon in 2013 and it was awarded the prize for Innovation that year at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. The Vianney Halter Deep Space Tourbillon is unlike any other timepiece in past or present production. This watch was designed with inspirations from science fiction media such as Star Trek and works by Jules Verne. The watch is comprised of a 46mm case, a large domed crystal, and a triple axis tourbillon movement that is fully visible. The hour and minute hand are designed in the traditional fashion where the short hand is hours and long hand is minutes, however the minute hand is jumping, adding to the complication of this innovative timepiece. This watch was made in very limited quantities and this may be the first one to come to market since its release. To find one in this condition and for an estimate well below the approximate retail price of $200,000 is an exceptional opportunity.
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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 excellent condition with very little signs of wear. The dial and hands are original and in excellent condition. The deployant buckle has a couple light surface marks but otherwise shows little signs of wear. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch.
The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
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Lot 46Sale 13288
VIANNEY HALTERTRIPLE AXIS CENTRAL TOURBILLON, DEEP SPACE TOURBILLONEstimate: USD 100,000 - 150,000
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