Rebellion - Racing Pulse New York Saturday, December 12, 2020 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Rebellion
    Year: 2017
    Reference No: PRE.2.0.REG.0W17
    Case No: No: 1/1, 280017
    Model Name: Rebellion Predator, Sébastien Buemi, A Lucky Talisman
    Material: Black DLC-coated titanium and carbon fiber with yellow flecks
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. ETA 07, 38 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Rebellion rubber strap
    Clasp/Buckle: Titanium Rebellion deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 48mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Rebellion Authenticity Certificated dated December 1, 2017, Rebellion/Sébastien Buemi presentation box, Kubik automatic winding mechanism with International Guarantee, Rebellion USB, additional Rebellion watch pouch and key.
    Provenance: Only Watch 2017 

     

    Catalogue Essay

     

    Sébastien Buemi is a Swiss world class champion motorsports driver who has been competing since 2004, and raced in numerous FIA Formula E Championships, and Formula One events. Rebellion Watches partnered with Buemi to design this Predator 2.0 Regulator watch for the 2017 Only Watch charity auction to benefit research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

    This unique watch features a large and prominent central seconds hands filling the entire dial, while the individual hour and minute sub dials are separated and placed at 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock, respectively, providing an unconventional and contemporary method to indicate time. A date aperture is at 4 o’clock, with a power reserve indicator at 6 o’clock. The case is made of black DLC-coated titanium and carbon fiber, which is flecked with yellow - Buemi’s lucky color.

    It is interesting to note that on October 7th, 2017 Sébastien Buemi drove a Rebellion team car repainted with the Only Watch colors at the annual Petit Le Mans ten hour endurance race at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia USA. The watch is preserved in excellent condition and accompanied by a corresponding piece unique Rebellion/Sébastien Buemi presentation box, certificate of authenticity, and Kubik winding mechanism. Generously donated by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, the watch is being sold to benefit the missions of One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.

     

    The buyer of this lot may be eligible to receive a charitable tax deduction for their purchase. Please see section 10 of this Auction’s Conditions of Sale.  

     

     "Let us unite to ensure that water, a vital and common resource for humanity, will no longer be a global health issue but a duly respected right."

    H.S.H. PRINCE ALBERT II OF MONACO 

     

    Born in 1958 in Monaco, H.S.H. Prince Albert II is the Sovereign Prince of the Principality of Monaco. The year following his accession to the throne, he launched in 2006 the “Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation”, which continues his personal commitment for the protection of the environment by supporting sustainable, ethical and innovative projects around the world, with a focus on three main challenges: fighting against climate change and promoting renewable energy; combating the loss of biodiversity; and preserving water resources. 

     

    In January 2009, Prince Albert II of Monaco undertook a scientific journey in the Antarctic. This journey follows upon two other expeditions realized in Arctic in 2005 (Spitzberg) and 2006 when he reached the North Pole by sledge. Prince Albert II is the only Head of State to have visited
    both Poles.  

     

    H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco has been honored by numerous prizes from organizations around the world for His contribution and actions in favor of the protection of our environment as the Teddy Roosevelt medal at the United States Congress, the Roger Revelle prize at the University of California in San Diego, and the B.A.U.M Environmental award in Hamburg. HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco oversees the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco and the Oceanographic Institute at the University of Paris. He is a member of the Ocean Elders group and serves on the Advisory Committee for the Students on Ice Program. H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco is one of the IUCN Patron of Nature since 2011. 

  • The objectives supported by TIME COUNTS

     

    Tackling global water issues and improving the living conditions of some of the most vulnerable populations around the world.

    In the wake of COVID-19, there’s never been more pressure on the global community to address water issues. Handwashing being one of the most important behaviors to decrease the propagation of all kinds of viruses, it goes without saying that safe water needs to be accessible. Unfortunately, over 2.2 billion people lack access to safe water at home.  

     

    All net proceeds from the TIME COUNTS charitable initiative will go to improving the living conditions of the most vulnerable populations around the world by providing sustainable access to safe water and encouraging the adoption of healthy hygiene behaviors.  

     

    TIME COUNTS will also enable One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation to fund a large-scale program resulting from a joint call for proposals launched earlier this year by both foundations. Applicant organizations have submitted projects to improve resilience and ensure sustainable and equitable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services for communities in need, with particular emphasis placed on issues affecting extremely poor and marginalized populations. The final selection will be announced in early 2021.  

     

    Together, let’s make the world a more sustainable place for all.

     

    Phillips will remit to One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation the next proceeds from the Buyer’s premium.

     

     

    One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation join forces for a vital cause.

  • The One Drop Foundation

     

    One Drop is an international foundation created by Cirque du Soleil and Lune Rouge founder Guy Laliberté, with the vision of a better world where all have access to living conditions that allow empowerment and development. Its mission is to ensure sustainable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene for the most vulnerable communities through innovative partnerships, creativity and the power of art. Together with its partners, One Drop brings its unique Social Art for Behaviour Change™ approach to promote the adoption of healthy practices around water, sanitation and hygiene through locally inspired social art programs, empowering the communities to take ownership of the water projects over time. For this to be possible, One Drop creates novel fundraising initiatives supported by a visionary community of partners and donors. One Drop counts over 12 years of turning water into action with projects that will soon have transformed the lives of over 2.1 million people around the world.

     

    Onedrop.org

     

    Photo credit: Terry Hughes
  • The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation

     

    Inspired by his own observations and in the light of the alarming scientific evidence, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco made a personal commitment by launching, in 2006, his Foundation to act against the environmental dangers threatening our planet and making populations vulnerable. The Foundation focuses its efforts on three principal domains of action: climate change, biodiversity and water resources, and funds initiatives in the fields of research and studies, technological innovation and socially aware practices. In order to take action for the protection of nature, the Foundation supports projects in three main geographical regions: the Mediterranean Basin, the Polar Regions and the Least Developed Countries.

     

    www.fpa2.org

    • Manufacturer: Rebellion
      Year: 2017
      Reference No: PRE.2.0.REG.0W17
      Case No: No: 1/1, 280017
      Model Name: Rebellion Predator, Sébastien Buemi, A Lucky Talisman
      Material: Black DLC-coated titanium and carbon fiber with yellow flecks
      Calibre: Automatic, cal. ETA 07, 38 jewels
      Bracelet/Strap: Rebellion rubber strap
      Clasp/Buckle: Titanium Rebellion deployant clasp
      Dimensions: 48mm Diameter
      Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
      Accessories: Accompanied by Rebellion Authenticity Certificated dated December 1, 2017, Rebellion/Sébastien Buemi presentation box, Kubik automatic winding mechanism with International Guarantee, Rebellion USB, additional Rebellion watch pouch and key.
      Provenance: Only Watch 2017

    • Provenance

      Only Watch 2017

    • Catalogue Essay

      Sébastien Buemi is a Swiss world class champion motorsports driver who has been competing since 2004, and raced in numerous FIA Formula E Championships, and Formula One events. Rebellion Watches partnered with Buemi to design this Predator 2.0 Regulator watch for the 2017 Only Watch charity auction to benefit research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

      This unique watch features a large and prominent central seconds hands filling the entire dial, while the individual hour and minute sub dials are separated and placed at 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock, respectively, providing an unconventional and contemporary method to indicate time. A date aperture is at 4 o’clock, with a power reserve indicator at 6 o’clock. The case is made of black DLC-coated titanium and carbon fiber, which is flecked with yellow - Buemi’s lucky color.

      It is interesting to note that on October 7th, 2017 Sébastien Buemi drove a Rebellion team car repainted with the Only Watch colors at the annual Petit Le Mans ten hour endurance race at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia USA. The watch is preserved in excellent condition and accompanied by a corresponding piece unique Rebellion/Sébastien Buemi presentation box, certificate of authenticity, and Kubik winding mechanism. Generously donated by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, the watch is being sold to benefit the missions of One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. PRE.2.0.REG.0W17
A piece unique Black DLC-coated titanium and carbon fiber Predator 2.0 Regulator Power Reserve Sébastien Buemi edition wristwatch with date, certificate and presentation box, donated by H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco to benefit One Drop and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.

2017
48mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed

Full Cataloguing

Estimate
$10,000 - 20,000 
CHF9,100-18,200
€8,500-17,000
HK$77,500-155,000

Sold for $17,640

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Racing Pulse

New York Auction 12 December 2020