Important Watches: Part II
Important Watches: Part II
Ref. 2013/1 Yellow gold wristwatch Circa 1985
Lot Closed
May 11, 01:06 PM GMT
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Chopard
Ref. 2013/1
Yellow gold bracelet watch
Circa 1985
Dial: tiger eye
Calibre: cal. ETA 2512 manual winding, 17 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap-on back
Case number: 31'460
Closure: 18k yellow gold Chopard bracelet with locking clasp
Dimensions: 37 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm
Signed: case, movement and dial
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: none
The 1980s was an era characterised by unbound creativity which led to a material exploration by brands such as Chopard. Juxtaposing the straight lines of the case and bracelet with the organic nature of the tiger eye dial , the present watch creates an unusual combination imbued with elegance and sophistication.