11 Bulgari A precious, elegant and very rare, Serpenti, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, diamonds and enamel, with Omega signed dial and movement and Tubogas bracelet.
Estimate: Fr. 100'000 – 200'000
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- Model Serpenti Tubogas
- Year Circa 1960s
- Case Material 18K yellow gold, diamonds and enamel
- Case Number 11'225'560
- Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold and enamel Bulgari bracelet, approximate length 170mm
- Movement Manual, cal. 440, 17 jewels
- Movement Number 14'783'824
- Dimension 18mm width x 27mm length
- Signed Case, dial and movement
Few creations capture the sensual audacity of post-war jewellery design quite like the Serpenti, and in this remarkable example, the dialogue between Roman design and Swiss horology reaches an especially fascinating crescendo. Conceived by Bulgari at the height of its creative ascendancy, the coiling serpent, an eternal symbol of rebirth and seduction, becomes here both ornament and timekeeper, its sinuous form wrapping effortlessly around the wrist with hypnotic elegance. This particular piece is distinguished not only by its sculptural presence, but by its exceptional construction. The articulated yellow gold body is composed of finely chased, scale-like elements, their alternating tones creating a rich, almost lifelike texture that plays beautifully with the light. The flexibility of the bracelet is nothing short of extraordinary, a testament to Bulgari’s mastery of high jewellery techniques, allowing the serpent to coil naturally and comfortably. At its head, the discreetly integrated watch reveals a signed dial, its minimalist layout framed within the stylised serpent’s mouth, an ingenious and playful design detail that underscores the piece’s dual identity. Most compelling, however, is the signature of Omega found across the case, dial, and movement, an increasingly rare and highly collectible configuration. During this period, Bulgari often collaborated with leading Swiss manufactures to supply the technical heart of its creations, and Omega’s involvement elevates this Serpenti beyond mere jewellery into the realm of serious horology. The result is a captivating hybrid: Roman artistry infused with Swiss precision, a jewel that tells time as beautifully as it adorns.
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