Gérald Genta: Icon of Time
Gérald Genta: Icon of Time
Gérald Genta
Design of the majestic lion family mantel clock with accompanying NFT Circa 1986
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Gérald Genta
Design of the majestic lion family mantel clock
Circa 1986
Medium: watercolour on paper mounted on cardboard
Dimensions: 167 x 264 mm
Signed: yes
Numbered: N/A
Brand: Gérald Genta
Model: The majestic lion family
Complication: perpetual calendar
Remark: N/A
Accompanied by: design in the form of a NFT, digital certificate in the form of a NFT and authentication certificate
Designed by Gérald Genta in 1986, this absolutely stunning piece of art features two lions and two cubs made of gold, diamonds and yellow sapphires. They lie on a large rock crystal base. The timepiece made of gold and sapphires features a mother-of-pearl dial and Gérald Genta's famous lapis lazuli moon phases and unique octagonal facetted crystal.
This timepiece was produced in the early 90s as a unique piece. It featured a total diamond weight of approximately 28 carats and a total sapphire weight of 38 carats. It was sold by Sotheby's in April 2013 for 1'720'000 HKD.
This resplendent design is another masterpiece made by the designer that shaped the world of watches as we know it today.