Girard-Perregaux
1966 La Chambre des Merveilles 'Terre, Centre de l’Univers' - Reference 49534-52-R23-BB60 | A limited edition pink gold wristwatch with mother-of-pearl, aventurine and lapis lazuli dial | Circa 2016
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May 13, 02:43 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description
Dial: mother of pearl, aventurine and lapis lazuli
Calibre: cal. GP3300 automatic, 26 jewels
Case: 18k pink gold, snap-on sapphire crystal display case back
Case number: OR N° 3/18
Closure: 18k pink gold Girard -Perregaux buckle
Size: 40 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Girard-Perregaux warranty card and instruction manual
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The “Chambre des Merveilles” series represents Girard-Perregaux’s exploration of historical cosmology through decorative watchmaking.
The present “Terre, Centre de l’Univers” edition draws upon pre-Copernican astronomical models, depicting the Earth as the focal point of the universe. Executed using mother-of-pearl, aventurine and lapis lazuli, the dial achieves both depth and luminosity, evoking celestial cartography rather than conventional time display.
Housed in a pink gold case and powered by the automatic calibre GP3300, the watch balances artistic narrative with mechanical reliability. As part of a limited series, it reflects the manufacture’s ability to integrate historical reference with contemporary execution.