18 Franck Muller A fine and attractive, Casablanca Chronometro, tonneau shaped automatic wristwatch in pink gold, blue guilloché dial and big arabic numerals, with guarantee and presentation box
Estimate: CHF 6,000 – 12,000
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| Model | Casablanca Chronometro |
|---|---|
| Reference | 5850 |
| Case Material | Pink gold |
| Bracelet Material | Leather strap |
| Year | 2002 |
| Movement | Automatic, cal. 2800, jewelled |
| Case N° | N°199 |
| Movement N° | 2892A2 |
| Dimensions | 32mm width x 45mm length |
| Signed | Case, dial and movement |
| Accessories | Accompanied by Franck Muller guarantee dated Dec. 2002 and stamped "Via col Tempo" Messina, setting pin, fitted presentation box and outer packaging |
The present Franck Muller Chronometro Curvex is a striking expression of the brand’s unmistakable design language—where boldness meets refinement in a seamless, almost theatrical display of watchmaking artistry. Encased in warm pink gold, the signature tonneau-shaped case, an enduring hallmark of Franck Muller’s craftsmanship, curves gracefully to offer exceptional wrist presence without compromising on elegance. The dial is nothing short of mesmerizing: a deep, hypnotic guilloché blue radiates from the center, capturing light with a kinetic brilliance that feels almost alive. A contrasting pearly white sector adorned with dramatic Art Deco-style numerals enhances legibility while evoking the spirit of early 20th-century chronometer aesthetics. Gilded hands and a slender seconds hand sweep effortlessly across the dial, reinforcing the precision denoted by the “Chronometro” inscription, a subtle homage to Muller’s commitment to mechanical excellence and, as the caseback proudly declares, his title as the Master of Complications. Overall, the present Casablanca Chronometro is the epitome of sartorial sophistication. It is a timepiece that does not whisper but declares its presence with bold confidence—an essential acquisition for the discerning collector who values both character and craftsmanship in equal measure.
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