Hublot - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: FOUR Hong Kong Monday, May 29, 2017 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Hublot
    Year: Circa 2007
    Reference No: 511.CM.1110.VR.PIC12
    Case No: 945'710
    Model Name: Classic Fusion The Skull Bang
    Material: Black ceramic
    Calibre: Automatic, HUB1112, 63 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Black Hublot calf leather strap
    Clasp/Buckle: PVD-coated stainless steel Hublot folding deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 45 mm. diameter
    Signed: case, dial and movement signed, case further engraved 0/100
    Accessories: The Hublot Certificate of Authenticity, International Warranty, USB, badges, photograph of Laurent Picciotto, original study of the graphics of the skull used, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    'I pushed Hublot to use a skull for the very first time. This watch is the very first watch ever to feature a skull. I have included a reproduction of the study used for this skull that really changed the company's direction. This watch represents a rebel spirit and a sense of daring elegance. The skull is a symbol of life and reminds us of how fragile our time is.'

  • Artist Biography

    Hublot

    Swiss • 1980

    Hublot was founded by Carlo Crocco in 1980 and named after the French word for "porthole," which resembles their iconic bezel design. Hublot's first watch followed three years of research and was the first wristwatch to be fitted with a natural rubber strap. The brand's most recognizable watch today is the 'Big Bang', which was first launched in 2005 upon the arrival of CEO and shareholder Jean-Claude Biver. Other noteworthy models are the 'Classic Fusion' and 'King Power'. 

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. 511.CM.1110.VR.PIC12
Laurent Picciotto Collection: A fine and rare black ceramic limited edition wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, date, dial depicting a skull, original study of the graphics of the skull used, exclusively for the Saint Honoré Hublot boutique, numbered 0 of a limited edition of 100 pieces

Circa 2007
45 mm. diameter
case, dial and movement signed, case further engraved 0/100

Estimate
HK$40,000 - 60,000 
€4,800-7,200
$5,000-7,500

Sold for HK$50,000

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: FOUR

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