VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS, A FINE GOLD LIMITED EDITION WRISTWATCH WITH MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL
CASE NUMBER: 3590128, 3/8
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USD 15,000 - USD 25,000
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: 25 Oct 2022
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VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS, A FINE GOLD LIMITED EDITION WRISTWATCH WITH MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIAL
This stunning watch perfectly exemplifies what famed jewellery-maker Van Cleef and Arpels set out to do when making a wristwatch; to create a piece that is as much art and decoration as it is a timepiece. This most striking and mesmerizing dial depicts a gilded butterfly flying elegantly amongst colourful flowers. This striking image is elevated further by the use of Mother-of-Pearl which adds a soft, shimmering glow to the dial.
Presented in excellent condition, this present lot offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a most beautiful piece by esteemed jewellers Van Cleef and Arpels.
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OVERALL CONDITION: The watch is very good overall condition
CASE: Very good, the case has a slight refresh at the hands of a professional polisher
DIAL: Nice, clean and original
MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. However, a service is recommended
BUCKLE: Pin buckle has been refreshed
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Lot 13Sale 21097
CASE NUMBER: 3590128, 3/8VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS, A FINE GOLD LIMITED EDITION WRISTWATCH WITH MOTHER-OF-PEARL DIALEstimate: USD 15,000 - 25,000
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