CIRCA: 2010s
CASE MATERIAL: Platinum
CASE DIAMETER: 44 x 38 mm.
DIAL: Purple 'Lavender'
MOVEMENT: Manual
FUNCTIONS: 30-second power reserve, 7-days power reserve
CLASP: White gold Parmigiani double deployant clasp
BOX: No
PAPERS: No
WITH: Limited edition of 25 pieces

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Lot Essay

While tourbillons have become something of standard complication, it is only those brands with true experience and know how in the realm of haute horology that have mastered the fine engineering required to push this novel and lively escapement to new bounds. One such maison is Parmigiani Fleurier, whose experience gained from its founder Michael Parmigiani in the world of restoring of historically important automatons, singing bird boxes and other such complex creations, has allowed the brand to flourish in the production of grand complications. One of its exceptional innovations is that of the 30-second tourbillon. While the standard tourbillon has a one-minute revolution, due to the increased power requirements of faster rates of revolution, only a few brands have tried to perfect such a fast revolving tourbillon. For Parmigiani to be able to achieve this, in addition to a power reserve of 7-days, is truly miraculous and a stand-out technical achievement.

Parmigiani Fleurier began in 1996 and was founded by Michel Parmigiani in the town of Fleurier, Switzerland. Since 1996, Parmigiani has been making all in-house timepieces and is known for its high quality and uniqueness. Representing the versatility of the Parmigiani Fleurier manufacture, the present Kalpa 30-minute tourbillon is a superb example of their artistic and technical prowess.

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Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing; however, a service is recommended. Christie’s does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Case: Scratches and signs of wear. Case back with scratches.
Dial: Excellent.
Buckle: With scratches and dents.
Overall condition: Very good

The watch is sold and delivered with a Christie's branded strap, the original strap is not included in the sale.
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