Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral | A platinum double balance spring tourbillon wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2017
Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral A platinum double balance spring tourbillon wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2017 Dial: ivory enamel, 'Grand Feu' Caliber: cal. LF 619.01 mechanical, 23 jewels Movement number: no. 32 Case: platinum, snap on sapphire display back Closure: 18k white gold Laurent Ferrier buckle Size: 41 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: yes Accessories: Laurent Ferrier Certificate of Origin dated June 7, 2017, and an additional Hermes strapLaurent Ferrier Laurent Ferrier Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral | A platinum double balance spring tourbillon wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2017
Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral | A platinum double balance spring tourbillon wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2017
Estimate:
60,000 - 80,000 USD Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral
A platinum double balance spring tourbillon wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2017
Dial: enamel, 'Grand Feu'
Caliber: cal. LF 619.01 mechanical, 23 jewels
Movement number: no. 32
Case: platinum, snap on sapphire display back
Closure: 18k white gold Laurent Ferrier buckle
Size: 41 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Laurent Ferrier Certificate of Origin dated June 7, 2017, and an additional Hermes strap Condition report
Case: The case is in overall very good condition with some light signs of surface wear. The folding buckle inequivalent condition.
Dial: The dial is in overall excellent condition.
Movement: The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The online condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance purposes only. The images of the lot also form part of the online condition report for the lot provided by Sotheby's. Any reference to condition in the online condition report does not amount to a full description of condition. The online condition report may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the online condition report of the lot or shown in the online images of the lot (for example, the online condition report may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome). Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. The online condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation but rather the online condition report is a statement of subjective, qualified opinion (for example, information regarding colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact). Please also note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and wrist bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. In addition, certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot (for example, the online images may represent colours and shades which are different to the lot's actual colour and shades). For these reasons, the online condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. Prospective buyers should also refer to the Buying at Auction guide which includes important notices concerning the type of property in this sale. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species. Please be advised that wristbands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE/BUSINESS APPLICABLE TO THE RESPECTIVE SALE. Laurent Ferrier's Galet Classic represents the epitome of understated elegance. A vitreous ivory enamel dial conceals Laurent Ferrier's in-house movement. At the time of release, the model featured the first one minute tourbillon carriage fitted within a double balance spring. The effect is brilliant, allowing the movement to beat with unrivaled regularity and precision; a chronometer certified movement by the Besançon Observatory.
The aesthetic of the watch itself is endowed with the traditions of classical watchmaking, from the Grand Feu enamel dial, to its meticulously hand beveled and polished flange to the subsidiary seconds. The movement is inspired from the past as well, as the design of the bridges are derived from pocket watches, and includes no fewer than 30 hand-crafted interior angles.
Laurent Ferrier perpetuates the outstanding nature of Swiss horology. Ferrier completed training at the Geneva Watchmaking school, and spent nearly four decades with one of the most prestigious manufacturers, Patek Philippe. After his final role as Patek Philippe's Creative Director, Ferrier founded his own brand dedicated to his vision of exceptional watchmaking.
