Vianney Halter

Vianney Halter Classic | A pink gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 2007

Vianney Halter Classic A pink gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 2007 Dial: silvered Caliber: cal. VH 100 automatic, 27 jewels Case: 18k pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by five screws Case number: 83R.293.CL Closure: 18k pink gold Vianney Halter buckle Size: 36 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Vianney Halter winding presentation box with outer packaging, and Certificate of Authenticity dated January 12, 2007Vianney Halter Vianney Halter Classic | A pink gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 2007 Classic | A pink gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 2007 Restricted Species Estimate: 40,000 - 60,000 USD Vianney Halter Classic A pink gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 2007 Dial: silvered Caliber: cal. VH 100 automatic, 27 jewels Case: 18k pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by five screws Case number: 83R.293.CL Closure: 18k pink gold Vianney Halter buckle Size: 36 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Vianney Halter winding presentation box with outer packaging, and Certificate of Authenticity dated January 12, 2007 Condition report Case: The case is in overall excellent condition with minor signs of use and light patina. The buckle is in equivalent 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. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping and the state of California.*** 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. Vianney Halter is one of the most preeminent and most respected independent watchmakers of the last 50 years whose work is often compared with the likes of François-Paul Journe and Denis Flageollet of De Bethune. The three of them had once joined forces to create a collaborative movement manufacturer that supplied movements to Cartier. Most notable for his signature steampunk and futuristic designs, the Classic was one of his earliest creations made in a limited production of 250 pieces and encased in either pink, yellow or white gold, and launched in 2000. Inspired by the portholes of Captain Nemo’s Nautilus, the present watch is further elegantly finished with both brushed and polished surfaces, with exquisite attention to detail on the exposed rivets and crown. The winding system is shaped similar to an O-ring that would swing around the pivot and wind the watch without intruding the user’s view of the finely engraved movement. The current watch is presented in exceptional condition and complete with all is accessories.