Jaeger-LeCoultre
A white gold bracelet watch | Circa 1965
Auction Closed
April 3, 04:38 PM GMT
Estimate
4,000 - 8,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: white
Calibre: cal. 101 manual winding, 15 jewels
Case: 18k white gold, case back secured by 2 screws
Case number: 891'380
Closure: 18k white gold Jaeger-LeCoultre bracelet and locking clasp
Size: 6 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 158 mm
Signed: case and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: none
Jaeger-LeCoultre White Gold - A Cosmic Entity
Between the Big and Little Dipper constellations, a perpendicular line connects the two, forming a striking path in the night sky—a celestial straight line mirrored in the elegant design of this Jaeger-LeCoultre wristwatch: bold, yet delicate, and filled with extraterrestrial beauty.
While the Reverso represents a well-known landmark in Jaeger-LeCoultre's universe, it’s the lesser-known, intricate creations like the Calibre 101 that truly capture our imagination. Home to the smallest mechanical movement ever made, every detail of this miniature masterpiece is meticulously crafted, much like the hidden power of dwarf planets, whose subtle mass shapes their form.
In the same way, this refined timepiece orbits the wrist with understated elegance, showcasing a remarkable balance of fine craftsmanship and cosmic allure.