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Longines
A rare and attractive octagonal art deco open face pocket watch with enamel decoration
Estimate
CHF3,000–6,000
€3,300–6,600
$3,800–7,600
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Manufacturer
Longines
Year
Circa 1925
Movement No
3'744'037
Case No
20'481
Material
18k yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, jeweled
Dimensions
44mm width
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Full-Cataloguing
Good To Know:
-Perfectly encapsulates the charm and flamboyance of the 1920s
- Features beautiful patina on the case with enamel decoration on the dial and case
Exuding fantasy and flair, this Art Deco octagonal-shaped Longines open-face watch is distinguished both by its design and its condition. With its unusual case shape, beautifully decorated with Art Deco enamel borders and additional decoration on the bow, it is truly a sight to behold.
The dial is further adorned with enamel motifs that complement the Roman numerals. The watch itself is preserved in a noteworthy state, displaying a beautiful layer of patina throughout and raised hard enamel on the dial. A true time capsule, it remains as charming and well preserved today as when it left the Longines factory nearly a century ago.
-Perfectly encapsulates the charm and flamboyance of the 1920s
- Features beautiful patina on the case with enamel decoration on the dial and case
Exuding fantasy and flair, this Art Deco octagonal-shaped Longines open-face watch is distinguished both by its design and its condition. With its unusual case shape, beautifully decorated with Art Deco enamel borders and additional decoration on the bow, it is truly a sight to behold.
The dial is further adorned with enamel motifs that complement the Roman numerals. The watch itself is preserved in a noteworthy state, displaying a beautiful layer of patina throughout and raised hard enamel on the dial. A true time capsule, it remains as charming and well preserved today as when it left the Longines factory nearly a century ago.
Longines
Swiss | 1832Auguste Agassiz founded Longines in 1832, and today is considered to be a pioneer in the evolution of the chronograph. During the 1930s, Longines' chronograph wristwatches were used as tools for wartime aviators and military personnel. As one of Switzerland's largest manufacturers, Longines was an important supplier of wristwatches to militaries of multiple nations.
Today, they are owned by the Swatch Group and produce wristwatches for both men and women. Their vintage wristwatches continue to grow in desirability amongst collectors. Some of the most sought-after models include such oversized chronographs as the Lindbergh Hour Angle designed by Charles Lindbergh, Chronostop, Tre Tacche, A-7, Tasti a Spillo and Doppia Lanchetta.