Gérald Genta
Retro Disney Mickey Mouse, Reference 103613 | A limited edition stainless steel jump hour wristwatch with retrograde minutes | Circa 2022
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May 13, 01:57 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. BVL 267 automatic, 34 jewels
Movement number: BTMNA3N
Case: stainless steel, sapphire crystal display case back secured by 6 screws
Case number: BU1LM7T
Closure: Gérald Genta rubber strap and stainless steel double-folding clasp
Size: 41 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Gerald Genta warranty, documents, setting pin and presentation box
Introduced in the 1980s, Gérald Genta’s Disney timepieces occupy a distinctive position within modern horology, uniting high watchmaking with figurative expression. Using retrograde minutes and jumping hours, characters such as Mickey Mouse are transformed into functional elements of time indication, reflecting Genta’s highly narrative approach to design. Today, these creations are regarded as emblematic of his oeuvre and remain highly sought after for their rarity and ingenuity, continuing their legacy under Bvlgari.
Defined by Genta’s signature mechanical language, the dial combines retrograde minutes with jumping hours to create a dynamic display of time. Mickey Mouse, created by Walt Disney, acts as the minute indicator, while the hours are shown in a discreet aperture, balancing clarity and expression.
The present example, released in 2021 in a strictly limited edition of 150 pieces, exemplifies the contemporary revival of the Gérald Genta legacy. Preserved in very good condition and accompanied by its original accessories, it reflects sustained collector interest in one of the maison’s most playful horological expressions.