Gérald Genta G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney Mickey Mouse (Rare Mother-Of-Pearl Dial•Extremely Rare F
Offered here is an extremely rare, unique and highly collectible stainless-steel Gerald Genta G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney Mickey Mouse (Rare Mother-Of-Pearl Dial•Extremely Rare Full Set)
The Watch is running in perfect condition.
The Dial is perfect with no markings or damage. No signs of cracks in the mother-of-pearl dial.
The Case in extraordinary condition, unpolished with minimal scratches and no deep scratches or any dings.
Year: 1995
Full Set with Original Genta strap, buckle, Genta Disney box, certificate card and genta signed folder.
Brief summary:
The name “Gerald Genta” should be no stranger to most today in the collecting circle/watch industry. Known as the “Picasso of watches” and one of the most important watch designers in history, responsible for making unparalleled contributions to fine watchmaking, designing several legendary timepieces, most notably the Royal Oak for Audemars Piguet, the Nautilus for Patek Philippe, the Ingenieur for IWC, the Pasha for Cartier and many more!
All of these great watches and more bear the names of other brands, and while many consider those models by Genta among the most important creations in the history of watch design, they were not 100% Genta.
For that he struck out on his own even before the tide was turning away from the quartz crisis, building a brand bearing his name where he experimented with designs, textures, materials, and complications. He created his eponymous brand in 1969, creating many incredible icons and unique designs under his very own name.
We are extremely proud to offer an extremely rare, iconic and truly incredible, yet also fun and special Octagonal from Maestro Genta’s early days!
In the 1980s, Gerald Genta obtained a license exclusively from the Walt Disney company to design limited edition watches, which incorporated iconic characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck or Minnie Mouse, confined to 18 carat gold and then steel casing. This range, entitled ‘Fantasy’, was defined by high-precision watch mechanisms.
A fun fact, the then CEO of Disney was a major fan of Gerald Genta watches, which might be why the Maestro was able to get a hold of the copyright to begin with!
This model, the Octagonal, was created in 1991 and bears a typical and very recognizable shape associated with the Gerald Genta brand.
This very example, though a simple time-only piece, is one that is truly historically special!
This example, G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney, feature a beautiful Mother-Of-Pearl dial with a hand painted Mickey Mouse on it.
The literal hands of Mickey Mouse tell the time, with the hour hand being slightly curve and the minute being the straight.
The lumes on the dial and hands are still thick and creamy, adding further to charm of this neo-vintage timepiece!
Of course with the iconic Octagonal pieces, the watch features a unique faceted octagon sapphire crystal.
Combining playful Disney characters with traditional watchmaking, an audacious creativity that stunned his peers, Maestro Gerald Genta dared to defy the conservative watchmaking industry. Today fully part of the Gerald Genta DNA, the cheerful cartoon figures on Genta's watches reflect the watchmaker's trailblazing vision.
Gerald Genta’s true/early timepieces are not just collectible watches, but dare we say, important and unique pieces of historical art on the wrist.
This fun yet historically important example we have offered is most definitely a timepiece that does not come by often and something to be underestimated, especially with the current appreciation for Gerald Genta pieces!Gérald Genta G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney Mickey Mouse (Rare Mother-Of-Pearl Dial•Extremely Rare F
$
14,995
Basic Info
Listing code IXD0O7
Brand Gérald Genta
Reference number G.3487.7
Movement Automatic
Case material Steel
Year of production 1990 (Approximation)
Condition Very good (Worn with little to no signs of wear)
Scope of delivery Original box, original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location Singapore, Singapore
Price S$19,500 (= $14,995) [Negotiable]
Availability Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement Automatic
Case
Case material Steel
Case diameter 35 mm
Try it on
Bezel material Steel
Dial Mother of pearl
Bracelet/strap
Clasp Buckle
Clasp material Steel
Offered here is an extremely rare, unique and highly collectible stainless-steel Gerald Genta G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney Mickey Mouse (Rare Mother-Of-Pearl Dial•Extremely Rare Full Set)
The Watch is running in perfect condition.
The Dial is perfect with no markings or damage. No signs of cracks in the mother-of-pearl dial.
The Case in extraordinary condition, unpolished with minimal scratches and no deep scratches or any dings.
Year: 1995
Full Set with Original Genta strap, buckle, Genta Disney box, certificate card and genta signed folder.
Brief summary:
The name “Gerald Genta” should be no stranger to most today in the collecting circle/watch industry. Known as the “Picasso of watches” and one of the most important watch designers in history, responsible for making unparalleled contributions to fine watchmaking, designing several legendary timepieces, most notably the Royal Oak for Audemars Piguet, the Nautilus for Patek Philippe, the Ingenieur for IWC, the Pasha for Cartier and many more!
All of these great watches and more bear the names of other brands, and while many consider those models by Genta among the most important creations in the history of watch design, they were not 100% Genta.
For that he struck out on his own even before the tide was turning away from the quartz crisis, building a brand bearing his name where he experimented with designs, textures, materials, and complications. He created his eponymous brand in 1969, creating many incredible icons and unique designs under his very own name.
We are extremely proud to offer an extremely rare, iconic and truly incredible, yet also fun and special Octagonal from Maestro Genta’s early days!
In the 1980s, Gerald Genta obtained a license exclusively from the Walt Disney company to design limited edition watches, which incorporated iconic characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck or Minnie Mouse, confined to 18 carat gold and then steel casing. This range, entitled ‘Fantasy’, was defined by high-precision watch mechanisms.
A fun fact, the then CEO of Disney was a major fan of Gerald Genta watches, which might be why the Maestro was able to get a hold of the copyright to begin with!
This model, the Octagonal, was created in 1991 and bears a typical and very recognizable shape associated with the Gerald Genta brand.
This very example, though a simple time-only piece, is one that is truly historically special!
This example, G.3487.7 Octagonal Fantasy Disney, feature a beautiful Mother-Of-Pearl dial with a hand painted Mickey Mouse on it.
The literal hands of Mickey Mouse tell the time, with the hour hand being slightly curve and the minute being the straight.
The lumes on the dial and hands are still thick and creamy, adding further to charm of this neo-vintage timepiece!
Of course with the iconic Octagonal pieces, the watch features a unique faceted octagon sapphire crystal.
Combining playful Disney characters with traditional watchmaking, an audacious creativity that stunned his peers, Maestro Gerald Genta dared to defy the conservative watchmaking industry. Today fully part of the Gerald Genta DNA, the cheerful cartoon figures on Genta's watches reflect the watchmaker's trailblazing vision.
Gerald Genta’s true/early timepieces are not just collectible watches, but dare we say, important and unique pieces of historical art on the wrist.
This fun yet historically important example we have offered is most definitely a timepiece that does not come by often and something to be underestimated, especially with the current appreciation for Gerald Genta pieces!
