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Les Cabinotiers, Reference 43572/000P-9236 A unique platinum and diamond-set perpetual calendar wristwatch with lapis lazuli moon phases Circa 2009 | 江詩丹頓 | Les Cabinotiers 型號 43572/000P-9236 獨一無二鉑金鑲鑽石萬年曆腕錶備青金石月相顯示,製作年份約 2009
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November 9, 01:29 PM GMT
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 CHF
Lot Details
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Vacheron Constantin
Les Cabinotiers, Reference 43572/000P-9236
A unique platinum and diamond-set perpetual calendar wristwatch with lapis lazuli moon phases
Circa 2009
江詩丹頓
Les Cabinotiers 型號 43572/000P-9236 獨一無二鉑金鑲鑽石萬年曆腕錶備青金石月相顯示,製作年份約 2009
Dial: skeletonised
Calibre: cal. 1120 QP SQ automatic, 36 jewels
Movement number: 890'670
Case: platinum and diamond-set, screw down sapphire crystal display case back
Case number: 1'157'019
Closure: associated leather strap and Vacheron Constantin platinum buckle
Size: 39 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Authenticity and Extract from the Archives
Les Cabinotiers collection is regarded as the pinnacle of modern complicated horology.
It is best described by the Manufacture's own words:
'Loyal to the spirit of its founder, Vacheron Constantin continues the tradition of offering its best clients the chance to create made-to-measure watches. Today, this service is offered through a dedicated department, bringing together all of the skills needed to make these exceptional pieces: Les Cabinotiers. Made up of expert professionals, this team possesses immense technical and manual expertise, a wealth of scientific knowledge and a profound curiosity for new ideas to be able to create highly-complicated watches on demand.'
The name 'Cabinotier' dates back from the 18th century when it was used to described highly reputable and skilled watchmakers and artisans using a little workshop located on the top floors to benefit from a maximum of light through numerous small windows. These workshops were mainly located in Saint-Gervais in Geneva.
The present lot is a perfect and most attractive example of the finest creations of the Cabinotiers department. This unique Vacheron Constantin Cabinotier is not only a Grand Complication piece, it is the expression of the finest craft, tradition and innovation that the horological world can offer. Preserved in a like new condition it represents a superb opportunity for a connoisseur to acquire a true treasure.