Gérald Genta - Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Hong Kong Sessions, Fall 2024 Hong Kong Friday, September 20, 2024 | Phillips
  • Condition Report

  • Manufacturer: Gérald Genta
    Year: Circa 2006
    Reference No: RSF.X.10.143.CA.BD.RUB
    Case No: 107’884
    Model Name: Fantasy Retro
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. GA3, 21 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Rubber
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Gérald Genta deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 41mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Gérald Genta Certificate of Origin stamped Prince Jewellery & Watch Co., Hong Kong and dated 4th December 2006, instruction manual, leather folio, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    - As one of the most important figures in the history of watchmaking, Gérald Genta is widely regarded as one of the most talented watch designers and a true legend that requires no further introduction. Pairing timeless designs with interesting complications, Genta started his eponymous brand in 1969, which was subsequently acquired by Bulgari in 2000.

    - In the 1980’s, Gérald Genta was given the right from Walt Disney to incorporate iconic cartoon characters like Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Minnie Mouse in his designs, leading to the release of the Fantasy Collection, that was characterized by the combination of playful designs with high-precision mechanisms. However, these timepieces did not capture the attention of the collectors at the time when they were first presented at Basel. The Fantasy Retro Collection was inspired by the bygone era and was met with much enthusiasm on the contrary.

    - The present Fantasy Retro reference was introduced in the 2000s and features a Mickey Mouse dressed as a pilot. It retains the iconic jumping hours and bi-retrograde mechanism which indicates the minutes with the articulated arm of Mickey Mouse.

    - Offered in exceptional overall condition, the present timepiece is accompanied by its complete set of accessories, and is delightful addition to the collection of the bold and creative.

8128

Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. RSF.X.10.143.CA.BD.RUB
An attractive and whimsical stainless steel wristwatch with center seconds, retrograde minutes, jumping hours, certificate of origin and presentation box

Circa 2006
41mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$60,000 - 120,000 
€7,100-14,200
$7,700-15,400

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Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Hong Kong Sessions, Fall 2024

20 - 27 September 2024