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A. Lange & Söhne

Little Lange 1 “Darth”, Reference 111.025 | A platinum wristwatch with power reserve and date, Circa 2002

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

200,000 - 400,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

A. Lange & Söhne

Little Lange 1 “Darth”, Reference 111.025

A platinum wristwatch with power reserve and date, Circa 2002

Dial: black

Calibre: cal. L901.0 mechanical, 53 jewels

Movement number: 18’770

Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws

Case number: 128’342

Closure: black A. Lange & Söhne alligator strap and platinum folding clasp

Size: 36 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: none

A. Lange & Söhne is a brand known for their impeccable movement finishing, running parallel to the Swiss, and from the very start has paved their own path to success. Indeed, their intricate decoration techniques such as the signature blued screws and rubies set within gold chatons is not found in any mainstream Swiss company of the same scale. Perhaps their most famous model line is the Lange 1, one of the watches that the brand debuted with in 1994.

Early Lange wristwatches are especially coveted for their comparative rarity and historical value, with the Darth being a famous variant on the Lange 1 and Little Lange 1. This version with an all black dial was only produced between 1999 and 2006, and has become a cult classic in recent years.

朗格 Little Lange 1 “Darth” 型號111.025

鉑金腕錶，備動力儲備及日期顯示，約2002年製

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."