13 ноября на аукционе Phillips в Женеве продается уникальная вещица - турбийон Lange Pour Le Merit (лимитированное - 150 шт. - желтого золота) с фузейно-цепной передачей и запасом хода.
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Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
Year: 2000
Reference No: 701.005
Movement No: 309
Case No: 110'349
Model Name: Pour Le Mérite
Material: 18K yellow gold
Calibre: Manual, cal. L902.0, 29 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Leather
Clasp/Buckle: 18K yellow gold pin buckle signed Lange
Dimensions: 38.5mm. Diameter
Signed: Case, dial and movement signed.
Accessories: Accompanied by fitted box and original paperwork.
Literature: The Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon ref 701.005 is fully illustrated in numerous sections of "The Pour Le Merite Collection" by Peter Chong
Catalogue Essay
The A. Lange Söhne Tourbillon "Pour le Mérite" was part of the four models launched in 1994 that launched the return of the prestigious Glashütte-based brand to the forefront of haute horlogerie. It was produced from 1994 to 1998, in a limited edition of 150 pieces in 18 karat yellow gold, 50 in platinum, and one in stainless steel. This tourbillon chronometer is without any doubt the most prestigious and collectible of all wristwatches ever produced by A. Lange & Söhne. The Pour le Mérite, is named after the order of merit established in 1740 by King Frederick II of Prussia, and conferred as a recognition of extraordinary personal achievement.
The present lot incorporates a number of fascinating technical details that had never been seen before in a wristwatch, among them an exceptional movement that integrates a chain and fusée to equalize the mainspring’s power. This complicated mechanism optimizes the rate accuracy of the watch, and is visible through an aperture in the movement plate. A highly sophisticated planetary gearing system keeps the power to the going train steady even while the watch is being wound. The tourbillon mechanism also serves the purpose of improving rate accuracy by offsetting the disruptive effect of gravity. The rotating cage is suspended by two pivots between two diamond end stones. It turns around its own axis once per minute and can be precisely balanced with small counterweights. All parts of the watch are finished by hand and every surface is decorated. Consequently, the completion of each of these masterpieces required several months. This exceptional timepiece is a superlative example of the best technical features, fine aesthetic appeal, flawless execution and craftsmanship.
Ниже выдержка из печатной версии каталога:
It was produced from 1994 to 1998, in a limited edition of 150 pieces in 18 karat
yellow gold, 50 in platinum, and one in stainless steel. This tourbillon chronometer
is without any doubt the most prestigious and collectible of all wristwatches ever
produced by A. Lange & Söhne.
Эстимейт: 150000-250000 франков (интересно было бы посмотреть на продажу стальной версии! )))
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