Impressive timepieces from upcoming Christie’s Dubai watch auction

Impressive timepieces from upcoming Christie’s Dubai watch auction

Christie’s Dubai is set to hold its 19th watch auction on April 11 at the new Mandarin Oriental Hotel. This edition brings with it the largest selection of watches ever offered in the region, with approximately 200 lots dating from the 1930s to 2019.

  1. Naissance d’une Montre, Tourbillon No.6
    Naissance d’une Montre, Tourbillon No.6
    A fine limited edition 18k white gold semi-skeletonized tourbillon wristwatch. 
  2. An 18k Patek Philippe
    An 18k Patek Philippe
    Confirmed as the only example ever made, this unique 18k pink gold “spider lugs” chronograph wristwatch was manufactured in 1955 and has been the property of the family of the original owner ever since.
  3. Patek Philippe with moon phases
    Patek Philippe with moon phases
    This extremely rare perpetual calendar wristwatch features phases of the moon, offered with a beautiful, uniform eggshell-colored patina that harmonizes with the rose gold color of the case.
  4. A legendary Rolex
    A legendary Rolex
    This timepiece is considered one of the most well-preserved examples of the legendary chronograph to be offered at the auction.
  5. A diamond-embellished Rolex
    A diamond-embellished Rolex
    Featuring a yellow lacquered “stella dial,” this wristwatch boasts eight round cut diamond indexes and two baguette cut diamonds expertly placed at six and nine o’clock.
  6. Patek Philippe, Aventurier Des Roseaux
    Patek Philippe, Aventurier Des Roseaux
    Manufactured in 1976, this solar power dome clock was designed and created by highly-skilled enamel artist, Elisabeth Perusset Lagger.