27,000 EUR
Jaquet Droz, LES ATELIER S D’ART , THE LOVING BUTTERFLY for Only Watch Jaquet Droz, LES ATELIERS D’ART, THE LOVING BUTTERFLY, Ref. J005031201 A fine and unique, self-winding, 18k yellow gold wristwatch with unique Grand Feu 18-carat yellow gold, Engraving Only Watch and Numerus Clausus of 1 on the case-back. Ivory Grand Feu enameled dial, miniature painting on enamel, butterfly applique in 22-carat yellow gold, engraved, patinated, cloisonné enamel, Numerus Clausus N° I/I indicated on the dial, off-centered hours and minutes, 18-carat yellow gold hands. Jaquet Droz 2653, 28 jewels, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight, 68 hour power reserve. Notes Jaquet Droz Since 1738, Jaquet Droz has perpetuated the spirit of innovation and aesthetic refinement of its founder, Pierre Jaquet-Droz. With his son Henri-Louis, this brilliant inventor was the first to establish his manufacture in Geneva, before touring the courts of Europe to present his breathtaking handwork, exquisitely decorated humanoid automata and singing watches, and exporting his pieces across the globe, in particular to China. Today, the brand reaffirms its involvement to Only Watch with its newest edition, offering a unique piece: The Loving Butterfly. This is a historical design drawn by one of the legendary automata produced by Pierre Jaquet-Droz in the 18th century. The cherub is an emblem of the Italian Renaissance and Baroque periods, while the butterfly ser
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2013-09-28
