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THIS LOT IS TO BE SOLD WITH NO RESERVE
No Reserve

925Σ

RJ

Ref. RJ.T.AU.AR.001.19

Art-DNA II. No. 1/1

A unique and fine stainless steel wristwatch with international warranty and box

Estimate
HK$62,000 - 94,000
€6,800 - 10,400
$7,900 - 12,100
HK$27,500
Lot Details
Manufacturer
RJ
Year
Circa 2012
Reference No
RJ.T.AU.AR.001.19
Case No
210’565
Model Name
Art-DNA II. No. 1/1
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Automatic
Bracelet/Strap
Alligator
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless Steel folding clasp
Dimensions
45.2mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories
With Romain Jerome ID card and International Warranty, presentation box and RJ USB drive
Catalogue Essay
A collaborative effort with internationally renowned Swiss artist, John M Armleder, this Romain Jerome timepiece is an artistic venture to remember and treasure. Ten unique timepieces were created, all of them were designed with the recurring skull motif represented in the artist’s work.

Inspired by Amerindian culture, the iconic skull motif now on this dial has actually previously, been beautifully represented in mural paintings and in a cut-out on a mirror. John M Armleder believe that “the skull evokes a memento mori and an allegory of the passing of time, which is an appropriate subject for a timepiece which interests both art and watch collectors”. His eclectic artistic motto is taken further “All these watches that give the impression of looking alike are ideally suited to death, which is basically the same for everyone, but takes place differently each time.”

Portrayed like a unique art piece, these Art-DNA wristwatches are made from polished steel and in excellent, almost-new condition. The skull motif applique is raised and stands out to decorate the hammered, polished dial. Truly one of a kind, each unique piece comes in a different color and no one is the same. The case back is numbered and features an engraved medallion of the artist’s signature.