183 Baume & Mercier A precious, attractive and very interesting, driver and pendentif, open work watch in yellow gold, with pink color dial
Estimate: € 4,000 – 8,000
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| Reference | 3665 3BC |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Yellow gold |
| Bracelet Material | Leather strap |
| Year | Circa 1960s |
| Movement | Manual, cal. BM 775, 17 jewels |
| Case N° | 404'658 |
| Dimensions | 36mm width x 49mm length |
| Signed | Dial, Movement and Case |
A testament to both artistic expression and horological craftsmanship, the present Baume & Mercier driver and pendentif watch is a striking fusion of jewelry and watchmaking. Undoubtedly, the design of the case evokes the bold and innovative style of legendary designers such as Gilbert Albert or Andrew Grima. Its distinct form and forward-thinking aesthetics reflect a design language that pushed the boundaries of conventional watchmaking, embodying the spirit of mid-century avant-garde creativity. Encased in a sculptural way, the hammered openwork gold frame evokes the fluidity of organic forms and seamlessly blurs the line between haute joaillerie and mechanical mastery. The dial shows a mesmerizing pink-hued painting imitating a hardstone, infusing the watch with an ethereal elegance, with its delicate veining ensuring that no two pieces are ever identical. The interplay between the richly textured case and the smooth, luminous dial creates a captivating contrast. A hidden clasp at the top suggests that this masterpiece was designed not just as a driver’s timekeeper but also as an adornment, possibly as an extremely fascinating pendentif watch. In an era where creativity reigned supreme, Baume & Mercier demonstrated its ability to push boundaries, producing daring and unconventional designs while maintaining Swiss precision. This particular example, preserved in excellent condition, serves as a reminder of an era when watches were not merely instruments of timekeeping but true works of art, designed to be admired as much as they were worn.
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