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1F.P. JourneRef. ELHT A fine and attractive electro mechanical tortue-shaped wristwatch with international guarantee and presentation boxCirca 2019 48mm Diameter Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Estimate $6,000 - 12,000 CHF5,400-10,800 €5,100-10,100 HK$46,500-93,000 Place Advance BidContact Specialist Paul Boutros Head of Watches, Americas & International Strategy Advisor Senior Vice President +1 212 940 1293 pboutros@phillips.com
Condition ReportRequest Condition ReportThank youfor your request. The Condition Report will be sent shortly.Contact Us* RequiredSend me the Report ViaEmailFaxContact SpecialistCancelDescriptionOur Buyer's Premium has been updated. View our Conditions of Sale.Manufacturer: F.P. Journe Year: Circa 2019 Reference No: ELHT Case No: A-381 Model Name: Élégante Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Electro mechanical, cal. 1210, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Rubber F. P. Journe strap Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel F. P. Journe deployant clasp Dimensions: 48mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Accessories: Accompanied by F. P. Journe International Guarantee dated July 12, 2019, and stamped Govberg Jewelers, fitted presentation box, leather card holder with USB, and outer packaging. Catalogue EssaySince its inception, the F. P. Journe brand has been known for exemplary workmanship and technical innovation. With the introduction of the Élégante line in 2014, Journe brought forward a 21st century quartz movement, which was in development for eight years; an electro-mechanical caliber with motion detection. Originally intended as a lady’s line of watches, Journe released the 48mm men’s Élégante in 2016 – a welcome departure from the classic designs of his well-known masterpieces such as the Tourbillon Souverain, Resonance, Chronomètre Souverain, and Octa Reserve de Marche. The tortue-shaped case is reminiscent of timepieces from the early 20th century, but the 21st-century quartz movement within is a technical marvel. To preserve battery life, the watch “hibernates” after 30 minutes of inactivity, stopping the hands from moving. When the watch is moved again, a small motion detector at 4 o’clock “awakens” the watch, which readjusts the hands to the correct time. The dial is translucent white made with Super-LumiNova featuring black Arabic numerals, and a railway outer ring. The line is still offered today with a selection of both lady’s and men’s watches ranging in size from 40mm to 48mm, and in platinum, gold and titanium, along with diamonds and precious stones. F. P. Journe is a master watchmaker, and his collection of watches seeks to satisfy collectors of all types. In the Élégante, he has achieved success with a classic design, and innovative movement that is both elegant and a delight to wear. The present example is preserved in excellent condition, and comes complete with its original box and papers.Read MoreMaker BiographyF.P. JourneSwiss • 1999 Follow Founded by watchmaker François-Paul Journe in 1999, the F.P. Journe brand is relatively young, but already is as highly regarded by collectors as many distinguished manufacturers with centuries-old heritage. In the minds of the world's savviest collectors, Journe is producing some of the finest wristwatches the market has ever seen. Mastering his craft from restoring historical timepieces, he was the first to create a wristwatch incorporating two escapements that benefit from the phenomenon of resonance — the Chronomètre à Résonance. Key models include the Résonance, tourbillon wristwatches incorporating a remontoir and the limited edition Vagabondage series. Especially sought-after are his earliest "souscription" watches, made in 1999.View More Works