A. Lange & Söhne - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: A. Lange & Söhne
    Year: Circa 2011
    Reference No: 703.032F
    Movement No: 60’102
    Case No: 250’015
    Model Name: Cabaret Tourbillon
    Material: 18K pink gold
    Calibre: Manual, cal. L042.1, 45 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K pink gold A. Lange & Söhne deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 29.5mm width x 39.2mm length
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee stamped Dubail, Paris dated 16 April 2011, instruction manual, product literature, setting pin, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    In 2008, A. Lange & Söhne introduced the Cabaret Tourbillon, marking another revolutionary milestone as it was the first wristwatch to feature a mechanism that stops the tourbillon when the crown is pulled out. This innovative yet complicated feature allows for more accurate time-setting. Available in platinum or pink gold cases, the Cabaret Tourbillon was produced for five years before being discontinued and it is estimated that only around 250 pieces were ever made.

    The present watch encased in pink gold features a sophisticated three-body case, enhanced by a stepped bezel and distinctive protruding lugs. The elegant silvered dial exhibits a balanced Art Deco design with a power reserve indicator at 4 o'clock and the small seconds at 8 o'clock, creating a perfect symmetrical composition.

    Through the sapphire case back, the wearer can appreciate the Maillechort plates and bridges, which are decorated with the signature ribbing pattern and meticulously chamfered to achieve the highest level of finishing. One of the highlights is the unique hand-engraved bridges for the transmission wheel and the tourbillon carriage, showcasing the Lange’s signature pattern. In a nod to their tradition of pocket watches, the tourbillon cage is held by diamond end-stones on both sides.

    Exemplifying a fusion of craftsmanship and technological prowess, this minimalist tourbillon wristwatch epitomizes elegance and represents watchmaking excellence from the Glashütte tradition. It is a perfect choice for watch aficionados seeking a timepiece that combines artistry and technical innovation.

  • 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. 703.032F
A well-preserved, fine and elegant pink gold rectangular-shaped tourbillon wristwatch with date, power reserve indication, setting pin, guarantee and presentation box

Circa 2011
29.5mm width x 39.2mm length
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$240,000 - 480,000 
€28,800-57,600
$30,800-61,500

Sold for HK$635,000

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024