Tambour Sun Tourbillon of 18k white gold, ref. Q1EBG. Mechanical movement with automatic winding and tourbillon, cal. LV80. 2010s. Malachite dial set with numerous brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds. Louis Vuitton alligator strap with Louis Vuitton buckle of 18k white gold set with numerous brilliant-cut diamonds. Circumference approximately. Ø 38 mm. Crown set with a rose-cut diamond., Accompanied by Louis Vuitton watch trunk, manual, travel pouch, two Louis Vuitton alligator straps (white and green) with buckles of steel and USB-card., For watch afficionados, Louis Vuitton is slowly but steadily being recognized as a respectable creator of watches of the highest quality. This is being achieved by crafting truly spectacular and outstanding timepieces that have something new to offer. What Louis Vuitton has done in their haute horlogerie department is to combine their knowledge in fashion, gem-setting and watchmaking to create unique watches to a standard that they are so well known for in their other departments., The two watches that we are proud to offer on this auction are unlike anything that we have ever seen from the maison. The diamond- and emerald-set Tambour Sun Tourbillon with a malachite dial is as extravagant as it is beautiful. The combination of various precious stones in different cuts sounds fuzzy but creates a harmonious dial design. When turned over, the clear caseback reveals the well-finished movement featuring a micro rotor and the rarely seen sunray Geneva-striping technique. Moreover, it allows you to see the back of the well-executed tourbillon with the distinctive Louis Vuitton-type cage. The substantial, yet refined 18k white gold case, combined with the elegant diamond-set buckle also of 18k white gold, makes this watch a real statement piece., The other equally important and interesting Louis Vuitton watch in this auction is the multi-colored gem-set Escale Spin Time of 18k white gold and titanium. What sets this watch apart is the innovative concept of telling the time. Instead of having an hour hand, the watch is equipped with twelve rotating cubes that show the user one of three things: the time in AM, the time in PM or the waiting position, which is four gemstones. Apart from the pavéed dial, there are also diamonds to be found on the lugs, bezel, winding crown and clasp. This watch is not about the movement but rather about the aesthetics. Hence, the movement is hidden by a closed caseback, although the ring-shaped winding rotor is visible along the perimeter of the movement. Other versions of this particular model are known, but none are more luxurious and extravagant than this one., This lot is subject to CITES-appendix II and requires a CITES export permit in order to be exported from Denmark to a country outside the EU. Buyers residing outside the EU are required to obtain this permit.
