193 Chopard Very Attractive, Lady’s Open Work Bracelet Wristwatch, in Yellow Gold, Onyx Dial, Reference 2027-1
Estimate: €8,000 – 16,000
Sold (Premium)€15,600
Model: Lady’s Bracelet Wristwatch
Reference: 2027-1
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Yellow Gold
Year: 1970's
Movement: Manual
Case N°: 35162 - D6312
Dimensions: 33 x 24 mm, Total Lenght: 170 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
In 1860, the enterprising watch artisan Louis-Ulysse Chopard, hailing from Sonvilier and the son of a farmer, embarked on a journey of crafting innovative timepieces that quickly gained acclaim. By the age of 24, he had not only made a mark in Switzerland but had also captivated the global market, earning recognition even at the court of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. As the business transitioned to his son, Paul-Louis, the commitment to producing high-quality and dependable watches endured, particularly with the strategic relocation of production facilities to the watchmaking capital, Geneva. In 1963, Chopard was acquired by German goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III and his wife, Karin. Under their ownership, Chopard added jewelry to its offerings. The popular Happy Diamonds wristwatch debuted in 1976 — it launched a collection, which now features bracelets, rings and other items. The distinctive watch sees dozens of glittering diamonds, loosed from their settings, moving freely around the dial. The story goes that the in-house designer Ronald Kurowski was inspired by the kinetic glimmers of sunlight on a waterfall in the Black Forest. In this new setting, Chopard found its niche in crafting genuine jewel watches, gradually solidifying its position among the elite. The lot we are delighted to present is a testament to Chopard’s dedicated technical and manufacturing exploration, coupled with a quest for distinctive design. The unique ornamentation, drawing inspiration from stylized forms, seamlessly integrates with the yellow-gold case, shaping both the watch’s exterior and dial. The result of years of experimentation is evident in this lot, featuring a dial crafted from one of horology’s most prized hard stones — onyx. Its rich, deep black hue is accentuated by the absence of traditional indexes, leaving the yellow signature and gold dauphine hands as the sole adornments, creating a truly captivating timepiece.