The Wristwatches Auction marks the second half of the busy schedule of Il Ponte’s Auction house, with more than 130 models crafted by the most sought-after signatures of the now vast public of enthusiasts.
Status symbols by excellence, watches now boast numerous niches of interest, from iconic models that have marked the history of the industry to more aesthetically and mechanically avant-garde creations.
The Patek Philippe, Gondolo Rectangular, from the 1920’s with a “Exploding Numbers” dial (€ 12,000 - 18,000), stands out among the vintage pieces inside the catalogue. A special feature of this particular model, clearly inspired by Art Déco, is the explosive effect of the digits, together with its high-precision mechanical movement reflecting excellent craftsmanship.
Lot 733
Patek Philippe, Gondolo Rectangular,
"Exploding numerals", 1910s/1920s. Cal. 10. Size mm 36x25.
Estimate € 12,000 - 18,000
For those looking for timeless elegance and modernity, the Audemars Piguet, Royal Oak, Dual Time, with its distinctive dial with “tapisserie” motif (€ 12,000 - 22,000), is undeniably essential.
Now an “evergreen” classic, the Rolex section features from historical to more recent pieces, like the Yacht-Master, Mid Size Ref. 168628 in gold (€ 7,000 - 10,000) and a Milgauss Ref. 116400 (€ 5,500 - 7,500).
Lotto 735
Audemars Piguet, Royal Oak, Dual Time Ref. 25730ST.OO.0789ST.07.
Diam. mm 36 with box and paper.
Estimate € 12,000 - 18,000
Lot 732
Rolex, Yacht-Master,Midsize. Ref. 168628.
Diam. mm 36.
Estimate € 7,000 - 10,000
Lot 731
Rolex, Milgauss Ref. 116400.
Cal. 3131.
Estimate € 5,500 - 7,500
Other signatures like Vacheron, Constantin, Omega, Cartier, Universal Genève, Longines, IWC, Baume & Mercier, Eberhard, Zenith, Piaget and Bulgari, enrich the array of proposals inside the catalogue.
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