Ulysse Nardin - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XII Hong Kong Saturday, June 5, 2021 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Ulysse Nardin
    Year: Circa 1996
    Reference No: 139-70-9
    Movement No: 12’303
    Model Name: Chronometer San Marco “Ponte Di Rialto, Venezia”
    Material: Platinum
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 2892A2, 21 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Ulysse Nardin pin buckle
    Dimensions: 37mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Ulysse Nardin Certificate, instruction manual, product literature, COSC certificate, leather folio, outer packaging and fitted presentation box.

  • Catalogue Essay

    The present Ulysse Nardin San Marco Chronometer features a beautiful cloisonné enamel dial depicting the Rialto Bridge of Venice. Regarded as the city’s most famous sight, the Rialto Bridge was built in the 16th century, and for many years it was the only bridge connecting the two halves of the floating city. Portrayed through the method of cloisonné enameling, the meticulous process of achieving such scene required over 26 baking processes requiring over 50 hours to completion.

    Released as a limited edition of 35 pieces in yellow gold and 10 pieces in platinum, the present example in platinum numbered 10 is the last example to have ever been produced. Preserved in excellent overall condition, the present timepiece is complete with its full set of accessories.

  • Artist Biography

    Ulysse Nardin

    Swiss • 1846

    Founded in 1846 in Le Locle, Switzerland, Ulysse Nardin is a widely acclaimed Swiss watch manufacturer that earned recognition for its precision chronometers during the early to mid-twentieth century. Ulysse Nardin himself was a trained watchmaker under the guidance of his father, Leonard-Frederic Nardin, as well as master watchmakers Frederic William Dubois and Louis Jean Richard-dit-Bressel. Collectors in particular seek this brand's oversized vintage chronograph wristwatches, including the reference 7536-2.

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Ref. 139-70-9
A fine and rare limited edition platinum wristwatch with cloisonné enamel dial, certificate and presentation box, numbered 10 of a limited edition of 10 pieces

Circa 1996
37mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$60,000 - 120,000 
€6,400-12,800
$7,700-15,400

Sold for HK$226,800

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XII

Hong Kong Auctions 5-6 June 2021