117 Gerald Genta A charming and refined, Pierre Arpels Skeleton, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, diamond-set case and rehaut, with Van Cleef & Arpels box.
Estimate: Fr. 8'000 – 16'000
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- Model Pierre Arpels Skeleton
- Year Circa 1980s
- Reference G.1387
- Case Material 18K yellow gold and diamonds
- Case Number 7V608, 9'406
- Bracelet Material Leather strap
- Movement Manual, jewelled
- Dimension 33mm Diameter
- Signed Case, dial and movement
- Accessories Accompanied by Van Cleef & Arpels fitted presentation box.
During the 1970s and 1980s, Gérald Genta, widely regarded as one of the most influential watch designers of the 20th century, engaged in a series of collaborations with prestigious maisons, including Van Cleef & Arpels. These partnerships gave rise to highly distinctive timepieces that combined Genta’s bold and architectural design language with the refined elegance and gem-setting expertise of the Parisian jeweller. The result was a unique category of watches, positioned at the crossroads of haute horlogerie and high jewellery. The present wristwatch is a fine and rare example of this collaboration. Housed in a yellow gold case signed both Van Cleef & Arpels and Gérald Genta, it showcases a fully skeletonised movement, revealing the intricate architecture of the calibre through both dial and caseback. The bezel is set with brilliant-cut diamonds, enhancing the watch’s jewel-like character, while the distinctive lugs further reflect Genta’s unmistakable design approach. The harmonious interplay between openworked mechanics and gem-setting results in a timepiece of striking presence and refined balance. This watch represents a compelling and increasingly collectible example of the creative synergy between Gérald Genta and Van Cleef & Arpels, appealing equally to collectors of design-led horology and high jewellery timepieces.
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