From a Japanese Collector
996. Movado A fne and extremely attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with tropical dial, pulsometer scale and Breguet numerals 摩凡陀，精細及重要，古董精鋼腕錶，配計時功能、寶璣字 時標和「Tropical」棕色 錶盤，約1945年製
Manufacturer Year
Movado Circa 1945
Reference No. Case No. Material Calibre Bracelet/Strap Clasp/Buckle Dimensions Signed
19005 96’664 Stainless steel Manual, jeweled Leather strap Stainless steel pin buckle 35mm diameter Case, dial and movement signed
Estimate
HKD 80,000-120,000 USD 10,000-15,000 Founded in 1881 as LAI Ditescheim & Freres SA, Movado’s 137 years of history have gifed to the collectors’ community some remarkable pieces, especially during the 1930s - 1960s. The present watch is a superlative example of such production.
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The case construction of this watch is by itself extremely interesting: the simple Bauhaus-style profle is enriched by the triple stepped bezel, adding complexity and famboyance, and at the same time increasing the perceived size of the piece thanks to its triple frame efect. Such a particular design would be inefective if the sharp edges of the steps were lost to careless polishing, but thankfully in this instance, the beholder can admire the case in all of its glory. If the case is remarkable, the dial of this watch is simply breathtaking. Sporting an already extremely appealing design with pulsometer scale and applied Breguet numerals, it also features some exquisitely 1940s style choices, such as the railway ffh of a second combined with Arabic fve minutes divisions. Its ageing is, however, a true sight to behold, having acquired a virtually unique tangerine tropicalization which grants the object an outstanding visual impact. A possibly unique gem for the collector of fne vintage pieces which is sure to impress the owner every time he or she glances at the time.
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