A. Lange & Söhne - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
    Year: Circa 2004
    Reference No: 112.049
    Movement No: 33’281
    Case No: 148’415
    Model Name: Lange 1 “Sincere Edition”
    Material: Platinum
    Calibre: Manual, cal. L901.0, 53 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: Platinum A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
    Dimensions: 38.5mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee stamped Sincere Watch Limited Singapore dated 28th March 2004, leather folder, product literature, cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Since its introduction in 1994, the A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 has garnered immense popularity among collectors, thanks to its distinctive asymmetric dial design that embodies the perfect ratio and architecture of the golden triangle.

    The present iteration, sized at a perfect 38.5mm, combines rarity, aesthetics, and traditional German watchmaking in a single timepiece. Released in 2003, the Lange 1 ref. 112.049 was created as a limited edition of 100 pieces exclusively for the Singaporean retailer Sincere Fine Watches.

    Encased in noble platinum, the dial of this watch is where the true magic happens. It features a distinguished and signature pattern with vertical stripes, which is further echoed in the Glashütte waves found on the movement. The dials are further finished in a two-tone fashion, showcasing a beautifully executed engine-turned guilloché pattern at the center which is an incredibly rare sight to behold in modern watchmaking.

    Complete with all its accessories, this timepiece presents a remarkable opportunity to own a substantial Lange 1 that is both exclusive and highly sought after, an enticing acquisition for discerning collectors.

  • Artist Biography

    A. Lange & Söhne

    German • 1845

    Originally founded in 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in Glashütte, Dresden, Germany, the firm established an entire watchmaking culture and industry in Glashütte. The brand quickly became Germany's finest watchmaker, first creating dependable, easy-to-repair watches before going on to produce some of the world's finest complicated pocket watches, including Grande Sonnerie watches, tourbillon watches and Grande Complications.

    On the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.

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Ref. 112.049
A very attractive and rare limited edition platinum wristwatch with small seconds, date, guilloché dial, guarantee and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 100 pieces made for Sincere Fine Watches

Circa 2004
38.5mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$200,000 - 400,000 
€23,900-47,900
$25,600-51,300

Sold for HK$355,600

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024