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Watches For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Byzantine
Montre Ulysse Anguenot
Located in Vannes, FR
Bracelet 15.5cm
Boitier carré 2cm
Poids : 14g
Fond Inox
Category
1660s European Art Deco Antique Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Ladies Exploding Number Platinum & Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A classic wristwatch with a rectangular shape, crafted in platinum, featuring a manual wind movement.
The watch showcases a silver dial adorned with ...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
UTI Paris 1930 Art-Deco Odd Shape Pocket Watch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by UTI Paris.
This is a very unusual pocket watch created in Paris France by the watchmakers UTI during the art-deco period, back in 1930. The case of this pen...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950's Flawless Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Shockmaster / Reference 6761
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width ...
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Chopard women's Art Deco cocktail watch with diamonds and emeralds
By Chopard
Located in Chorzów, PL
CHOPARD Swiss evening watch. Origin: Switzerland, first half of the 20th century.
Watch made of 18-karat white gold (750 fineness), with 48 diamonds in an old brilliant cut with a t...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001 Tiffany & Co. Dial – New Steel Box & Paper
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001 Tiffany & Co. Dial – New Steel Box & Papers
Item Description:
For sale is a brand new Patek Philip...
Category
2010s Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea CHALLENGE Titanium 50mm 126067 New
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea CHALLENGE
Titanium
50mm
126067
New
Box Papers
Category
2010s European Art Deco Watches
Materials
Titanium
Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1939
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is fitted with a 9"90 caliber movement # 839668, case# 6487543
The dial is a silver wit...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1431J Vintage Square Shape Unisex with Bracelet, Circa 1951
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 1431J, Vintage square watch 37 x 27mm fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #956208, 18 karat yellow gold square case with long lugs # 664900. The watch...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 3761J Vintage Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch Circa 1980's
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 3761; Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch; measuring 27 x28 mm with an E-19 caliber quartz movement #1526801 / 2802027. ...
Category
1980s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, & Sapphire Movado Ladies Wrist Watch
By Movado
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A distinguished Movado wristwatch from 1920, crafted in Switzerland. This timepiece exemplifies Movado's commitment to precision and luxury.
The watc...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Hamilton Platinum and White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch is a testament to elegance. This stunning timepiece is adorned with meticulously set diamonds, enhancing its luxurious appeal. Crafted with precision,...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Glycine Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique Art Deco Glycine Watch featuring a platinum case with a diamond shaped face and channel set emeralds and prong set diamonds on a platinum mesh ba...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Roadster XL Chronograph 2619 in 18K Gold Full Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This Cartier Roadster XL Chronograph 2619 is entirely set with over 25 carats of natural diamonds, precisely set to accentuate the bold curves of Cartier’s signature Roadster design....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro Vintage 2 Tone & 2 Dial Zenith Pilot Watch Circa 1950s Black Lather Strap
By Zenith
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 2 Tone & 2 Dial Zenith Pilot Watch Circa 1950s, New Black Lather Strap
Recognized and respected in today's watch market. Unlike their modern models, vintage Zenith watches...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Watches
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case
Never been used
Circa 1980
The Tissot Goldrun is a classic timepiece, its simplicity conveying elega...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco diamond and onyx watch head set in newer triple-strand band of onyx beads with diamond spacers. Watch head is platinum. Spacer...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum
AUSTRIAN Art Deco 1925 Curvex Wristwatch in Platinum With 7.75 Ctw in Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco curvex wristwatch in platinum with gemstones.
This is an absolutely gorgeous wristwatch, created in Austria during the art deco period, back in the late 1920's. The case...
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Gruen 14k Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1926
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 99-55
METAL / MATERIAL: 14K Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1926
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 24mm
MO...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Cellini watch face in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a classic 27mm dial with timeless elegance.
Details:
Item Type: Vintage Rolex Watch Face...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco Le Coultre Reverso wristwatch made in c1934.
The Reverso wristwatch was invented after a chance remark by Polo players in ...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Gruen Techni Quadron 1930s Doctors Duo Dial Wrist Watch
By Gruen
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Gruen Techni Quadron Duo Dial Doctors Wrist watch, 40 x 21 14k White Gold Filled 2 piece case. Caliber 877 Mechanical Manual wind movement, this being the same movement also used in the Rolex Prince Doctors...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 26mm
MO...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A highly collectible Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a robust 40mm stainless steel case and a 14.5mm profile, designed for extreme underwater exploration. 1976 year.
Details:
Ite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision 18K Gold Vintage Ladies Watch On Mesh Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Precision ladies’ watch in solid 18k yellow gold, featuring a fully integrated textured mesh bracelet and manual-wind movement. Made in Switzerland in 1965 and s...
Category
1960s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers
Thickness
1.4mm Approx
Type
Chain
Gross Weight
0.46 Grams Approx
Size
2.5" Approx
Color
...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Paris Rose Gold Tonneau shaped Large ladies watch. Circa 1996
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Paris Rose Gold Tonneau, Rare #44 of production. The watch measures 39 x 21mm (without crown). This is a large woman's watch. The watch has a guilloché dial with painted b...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold
V Rare Rolex Prince Art-Deco c1939 Observatory Grade Rose Gold “Doctors” Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extremely rare in such a fine condition,
Art-Deco Rolex PRINCE wristwatch is dating back to circa 1939
Old magazine ads described this timepiece as
“a watch for men of distinction” and also “limited to a small number –
such fine watches cannot be produced quickly or in large quantities”,
while the Tatler’s 7th October 1931 edition called it
“a super-grade wristwatch of outstanding merit & distinction”,
which perfect accuracy is "verified by Swiss Government Scientists"
~~
Its distinguished Rectangle Case is hinged & performed in 9K Rose Gold,
it’s comfortable & well-proportioned, measuring 20mm x 41mm,
it’s “wrist-hugging” & “Curvex” - curved to fit the wrist
Caseback tells us a lot about the fascinating history of original ownership,
as it’s engraved with:
“Presented to Bro. J. H. Till in appreciation of services as Secretary –
1929 – 1939 by Cobden Lodge # 381” –
(Cobden Lodge used to be a Masonic lodge in Melbourne, Australia)
Caseback is hallmarked with an iconic Rolex crown,
It’s stamped, signed & bearing a number on inside.
Bronze & champagne coloured Dial is in beautiful original condition,
featuring clear black hand-painted Arabic numerals,
original hands & relatively large sub-dial for centre seconds
(ideal instrument used by doctors to measure patients’ pulse,
hence the timepiece is referred as “doctor’s watch...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1934
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1934
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width 34mm
M...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Base Metal, Steel
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660, featuring a bold 44mm stainless steel case and an ultra-thick 17.7mm profile, engineered for extreme underwater performance. Complete with the ori...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1940
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is fitted with a 9"90 caliber movement # 833788, case# 622162. The dial is a silver with...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold LAdies Dress Watch circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress / Reference 2105
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 17mm
MOVEMENT ...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Tank LC Watch, Pre-Owned, Men's or Unisex, circa 2018-2023
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Louis Cartier watch; Ref. 3816. This is a classic men's Rose Gold watch. The watch is fitted with a 17-jewel manual wind Cartier mechanical movement. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 10k White Gold Filled Ladies Benrus Bracelet Watch, circa 1940
By Benrus
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very attractive white gold 10k filled ladies manual wrist watch. It’s 10k white gold filled throughout (both the bracelet arms have BENRUS 1/10 10K G...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
DUNHILL 1930 Art Deco Tonneau Wrist-Watch In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Wrist watch designed by Alfred Dunhill.
Beautiful and elegant wristwatch, retailed by the Alfred Dunhill Company in London England. Crafted during the Art Deco period, back in the 1...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Bulova Gents White Gold Fill Watch, Serviced, circa 1935
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this rather stylish and unusual gents manual wrist watch dating to 1935, named Bulova Ranger in white gold fill, just serviced ( Jan 2023) with new mainspri...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Genuine Diamond Accents Bar Smart Watch Band Charm 14k Solid Gold Accessories.
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Accents Bar Smart Watch Band Charm 14k Solid Gold Accessories.
Handmade
Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture
India
Material
Natura...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Watch 1920s
By Croton
Located in Wallkill, NY
Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide x 26 mm, 6.25 in Long for a small wrist. In working condition. Be sure to check ou...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Movado Ermeto Stainless Steel Brown Leather Travel Clock
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Movado Ermeto travel clock is a fine example of Swiss ingenuity and Art Deco-era design. Featuring a stainless steel case wrapped in its original leather covering, the c...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jules Jergensen Steel Art Deco Round Watch with Original Dial circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jules Jurgensen
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Mid Century
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 29mm
MOVEMENT...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art-Deco 1924 Rolex ref 2363 9K Rose Gold 25mm Hinged Cushion Case Ladies' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is a Rolex ref 2363
from Art-Deco c1920’s period, classy & elegant,
it’s in beautiful condition & in excellent working order
This exquisite t...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm Ref 126600 Anniversary Series Watch Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600 Anniversary Series, featuring a 43mm stainless steel case, 15.5mm thickness, and the signature red "Sea-Dweller" text, complete with original box and card....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Platinum Watch 2.40 TCW VS2 G/H Antique 17.5g Manual 6/5"
Located in Puyallup, WA
Introducing a work of art and a testament to exquisite craftsmanship, this Platinum Art Deco Watch. Adorned with exquisite natural diamonds, this timepiece stands as a statement of s...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany 18kt Gold 5 Minute Repeating Wrist Watch with Original Dial from 1910s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Repeating Wrist Watch on Gongs
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1910
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diam...
Category
1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Vertex-Supreme Watch in Platinum Case & 9ct White Gold 2 Row Strap & Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This stunning art deco Vertex-Supreme watch features a platinum case with 9ct White Gold 2 row strap, 0.80ct of Diamonds. The dial has been designed with...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 10k Gold Filled Gents Wrist Watch By Elgin, Fully Serviced , c1946
By Elgin
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very stylish gents 10k Rolled Gold wristwatch made by the American watchmakers Elgin, dates to 1946. In superb condition with stainless back free from engravings. The movement is a very good quality 15 jewel Elgin 554 hand wound, made in USA. Serial number L256548 corresponds to 1946 manufacture date. Just serviced, ultrasonically cleaned and oiled. Running well and keeping good time for a vintage watch.
The usual light scratches and signs of previous use, plus some rubbing to the high spots of the plating seen under very close examination, but no dents, dings or other noticeable flaws. Inside the back is signed: CASED AND TIMED BY ELGIN NATIONAL WATCH CO...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Gold-filled
Vintage Movado Platinum 1.5ctw Diamond Fancy Dress Wrist Watch Black Cord Strap
By Movado
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an elegant and classic vintage Movado ladies' watch mounted in a solid platinum case that is covered with approximately 1.5 carats of fine quality diamonds. The watch comes w/ a generic black cord strap that compliments the watch very beautifully. This fancy diamond watch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches
Materials
Platinum
Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Two Tone Prince with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing 1938
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Reference 971
METAL / MATERIAL: 9Kt Two Tone Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1938
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Width 26m...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Antique Art Deco Rolex 9k Rose Gold Square 15j Mechanical Hand Wound Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex
Movement: Rolex - Mechanical - Hand Wound - 15 Jewels - Swiss Made
Gross Weight: 23.3 Grams (Includes Strap)
Case Material: Solid 9k Rose Gold
Case Width: 25mm (w/o...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Paris Vendome LC Trinity GM large size watch 18K Tri- Color Circa 1980'S
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Vendome LC Trinity GM large size watch. The watch is made in 3-18 Karat gold colors; white,yellow, and rose. The watch measures 30mm in diameter, x 36mm h...
Category
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels La Collection 18K Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the Van Cleef & Arpels La Collection watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold. Its classic white dial features Roman numeral markers, while a stunning diamond-pave set bezel. Lim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Gentleman's Manual Wristwatch, Recently Serviced, Circa 1935
Located in Westward ho, GB
For those gentlemen out there who seek a stylish watch which reflects the Art Deco styling and also offers quality then look no further this watch maybe for you. Made by the watchmak...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches
Carter Paris Trinity Vendome Watch, Ref. 11034 . Ladies small, Circa 1980'S
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Carter Paris Trinity Vendome Watch, Ref. 11034 . The watch is made in three 18 Karat colors, White, Yellow and Rose. The watch is measuring 24 mm in diameter x 32 mm long to stra...
Category
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Gruen 14Kt Solid Gold Curvex Art Deco Watch with Original Box circa 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold / Reference 568
CIRCA / YEAR: 1947-48
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Wi...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Carter Paris Vendome Trinity LC 18K White-Yellow-Rose gold. 24x31mm Circa 1990's
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Carter Paris Vendome Trinity LC. Made in 18K White-Yellow-Rose gold. Ref. W15042.
The watch is made in 18K Tri Color Golds measuring 24mm in diameter X 31mm high. (...
Category
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Radiator wrist watch designed by Bugatti.
An extremely rare and unusual deco wristwatch, created in Switzerland by Mido for the Bugatti company. Made during the art deco period in the shape of a automobile radiator grill, back in the 1930. Crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with the logo of Bugatti which is embellished with applications of red white and black enamel and the letters EB, for Ettore Bugatti. Fitted with a hinged snap lid.
History
Between the mid-1920s and the mid-1930s, Mido produced less than a hundred watches for the very famous Bugatti automobile brand. The notable feature of these pieces was their case shaped like the iconic radiator grille on the famous car. They were specially ordered by Mr. Ettore Bugatti to the Mido manufacture, often offered to his best pilots, mechanics and to his family. Bolstered by this success, Mido developed its famous watches for motorists in 1925 and 1926. The brand filed a patent for its watch cases and for some dials inspired by the finest vehicles of the era. These included pocket and pendant watches, all of which mirrored the radiators from a large number of car manufacturers, including: Alfa Romeo, Benz, Bugatti (or EB, for Ettore Bugatti), Buick, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, De Dion-Bouton, Delage, Farman, Fiat, Ford, Hispano-Suiza, Lancia, Lincoln, Opel, Peugeot, Pic-Pic, Rolls-Royce and Talbot.
Records
Mido records confirm that the first of the four series of Bugatti watches...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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