Lot 2052
  • 2052

A. Lange & Söhne

Estimate
800,000 - 1,200,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM RECTANGULAR TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH PATENTED STOP-SECONDS MECHANISM, DATE AND POWER RESERVE INDICATIONCASE 170049 CABARET TOURBILLON CIRCA 2011
  • dimensions 29.5 x 39 mm
• cal. L042.1 three quarter plate manual winding nickel lever movement, 45 jewels, balance rotating in the one-minute tourbillon carriage • grey dial, applied white gold Roman and faceted indexes, patented twin apertures for date, 2 subsidiary dial for constant seconds and power reserve indication, aperture at 6 o'clock position to reveal tourbillon carriage • platinum rectangular case, stepped bezel, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum A. Lange & Söhne buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement, tourbillon and other functions in working order when cataloging. Dial is nice and clean, in good condition. Case and buckle with no visible blemishes, with only very minor hairlines. Overall in excellent condition. A very exquisite timepiece! Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. *Please note that the present lot does not come with original strap.*
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports 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. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. 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.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands 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."

Catalogue Note

With an A. Lange & Söhne certificate, an instruction manual and a presentation box.

In 2008, A. Lange & Söhne introduced the new Cabaret Tourbillon with the first stop-seconds feature ever implemented in a tourbillon calibre. This is the first timepiece of its type that can be set precisely to the second, allowing an accurate synchronization with an external time source.

The case is in elegant rectangular shape which exudes charismatic perfection of the Art Deco era. When the crown of watch is pulled, an intricate mechanism then sets into motion, putting two V-shaped spring arms into contact with the outer rim of the balance wheel, bringing it to an immediate halt. The ends of the two springs are asymmetrically designed so as to ensure optimal pressure will be exerted onto stopping the balance, hence guaranteeing utmost accuracy when adjusting time.  In addition to the patented stop-second mechanics, the twin mainspring barrel also provides the movement with a power reserve of five days when fully wound.