105th Auction
2021/11/13
Lot 136
Vacheron & ConstantinJumbo Art déco
An important, oversized and rectangular curved Art Deco Geneva wristwatch - with later original box
estimated
70.000—100.000 €
Price realized
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specific features
Case
18 K gold, hinged push back, 18 K gold buckle.
Dial
Two-tone gilt.
Movement
Manual.
Case no.258088
Ref.3421
Diam.27 x 46 mm
Circa1934
Ctry.Switzerland
This timepiece spent decades untouched in a safe and a layer of gold oxide has formed on the case. This is highly appreciated by collectors, it can, however, easily be removed by polishing the surface.
The two-body, solid gold case has stepped and bevelled sides with curved lugs. The case back is hinged and the crystal as a gentle bombé shape. The two-tone gold-plated dial has a frosted centre and applied gold indexes and Arabic numerals, as well as sword-shaped gold hands.
The present timepiece is a magnificent example of an oversized, rectangular, curved wristwatch in excellent condition, typical of the Art Deco period that was so rich in invention and creativity for Vacheron & Constantin.