Important Collectors Wristwatches, Po...
Geneva, Nov 14, 2009
LOT 58
Mailles d'Or Omega, No. 20811856, case No. 627839, Ref. EE 7593. Made circa 1968. Very fine, rare and elegant, 18K yellow gold and diamond-set lady's bracelet watch designed by Gilbert Albert, integral 18K yellow gold bracelet with vermicelli decoration. Accompanied by a fitted box and original invoice.
CHF 8,000 - 12,000
USD 8,000 - 12,000 / EUR 5,500 - 8,000
C. Integral to the bracelet, composed of gold "vermicelli", the bezel set with 16 diamonds, engine-turned case back, back winding. D. Brushed yellow gold with applied gold and black baton hour indexes. Black baton hands. M. Cal. 640, coppercolored, 17 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, shock absorber, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam 25 mm. Thickness 7 mm. Approx overall length 165 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
A renowned Genevan jewelry designer and artist. In 1955, at the age of 24, he began to apply his innovative talents to the design of wristwatch cases for Patek Philippe. Breaking away from traditional shapes, he introduced asymmetrical triangles and rhombic forms inspired by his passion for modern sculpture and works by his favorite artists, such as Brancusi and Mondrian. He also introduced textured organic surfaces on the asymmetrical shapes designed for the Patek Philippe ?Ricochet? collection. However, many of his more revolutionary designs of that time remained prototypes and were not produced in series. In 1962, Gilbert Albert established his own workshop, designing and producing jewelry under his own name. Over the years, he became very successful, both in Geneva and internationally, receiving numerous awards for his jewelry. Gilbert Albert's creations have been exhibited worldwide.