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Published on 22 March 2024

R for Rolex

How did Rolex become Rolex? The world’s most famous watch brand still unleashes passions and fuels bidding wars. Behind the myth, an unsung hero established...

R for Rolex - Glossary

Published on 01 December 2023

A Louis XV Clock With Monkey: Turning Whimsy Into Art

The reign of Louis XV was a golden age for bronze fixtures and furnishings, which were marked with a crowned "C".

A Louis XV Clock With Monkey: Turning Whimsy Into Art - Pre-sale

Published on 16 June 2023

A Monumental Astronomical Pendulum Clock Attributed to Jean-Louis Bouchet

It is time to discover a rare monumental pendulum clock revealing a complex mechanism that was totally cutting-edge for its time, the 1770s.

A Monumental Astronomical Pendulum Clock Attributed to Jean-Louis Bouchet - Pre-sale

Published on 13 January 2023

The Tourbillon Souverain Ruthenium: Journe’s Star Watch

The Tourbillon Souverain Ruthenium—a limited edition numbered one to 99—is a masterpiece from exclusive Swiss watchmaker F.P. Journe.

The Tourbillon Souverain Ruthenium: Journe’s Star Watch - Pre-sale

Published on 26 October 2022

A Rolex Pussy Galore at Auction

The starting line included 130 collector's watches. The race was comfortably won by several Rolexes, synonymous with reliability and elegance.

A Rolex Pussy Galore at Auction - Lots sold

Published on 10 October 2022

Watch Collection: A Singing Bird and Precious Timepiece

The songbird had plenty to be happy about, as this top-quality collection galvanized a number of watch collectors.

Watch Collection: A Singing Bird and Precious Timepiece - Lots sold

Published on 15 September 2022

Five Hundred Years of Clocks and Watches in One Collection

Renaissance table clocks, the Frères Rochat’s singing bird box, quality, rarity and prestigious provenances are the key words for this abundant col...

Five Hundred Years of Clocks and Watches in One Collection - Pre-sale

Cultural Heritage

Published on 08 June 2022

The Secrets of Claude-Siméon Passemant’s Clock

Claude-Siméon Passemant’s astronomical clock has been entirely taken apart, studied and restored for an autumn exhibition at Versailles featuring Louis...

The Secrets of Claude-Siméon Passemant’s Clock - Cultural Heritage

Published on 27 May 2022

Chinese Automaton Clock: An Eighteenth-Century Gem

This clock made in China in the 18th century to please the Qianlong emperor not only gives the time—it comes alive from top to bottom to pay tribute...

Chinese Automaton Clock: An Eighteenth-Century Gem - Pre-sale

Published on 08 April 2022

François-Paul Journe: A New Star in Luxury Watchmaking

The most daring will sport it on their wrists; others will prefer to keep it safely hidden. With a six-figure estimate, this watch by François-Paul...

François-Paul Journe: A New Star in Luxury Watchmaking - Pre-sale

Published on 04 April 2022

A Winning Duo: Linzeler Marchak and Vacheron Constantin

Bidders for this small clock by Linzeler Marchak featuring an exquisite koi carp fought it out for several rounds before the final triumph.

A Winning Duo: Linzeler Marchak and Vacheron Constantin - Lots sold

Published on 30 March 2022

A Fine Bid for a Chinese Lotus Jug

Chinese porcelain was in the spotlight at this auction, which also honored the French clockmaker Jean-Antoine Lépine (1720-1814).

A Fine Bid for a Chinese Lotus Jug - Lots sold

Published on 21 January 2022

The Rolex Sea-Dweller: A Collector's Item

The legendary Rolex diving watch surfaced at the Hôtel Drouot to the delight of sports watch fans.

The Rolex Sea-Dweller: A Collector's Item - Lots sold

Cultural Heritage

Published on 21 December 2021

In Fontainebleau, the Revival of Clocks

Since 2008, Rolex has been responsible for the maintenance and restoration of the Château of Fontainebleau's clock collection. After an extensive sponsorship...

In Fontainebleau, the Revival of Clocks - Cultural Heritage

Published on 06 December 2021

Lange & Söhne Timepieces Score Big Time

The German watchmaker's precision models confirmed their powerful appeal.

Lange & Söhne Timepieces Score Big Time - Lots sold

Published on 01 December 2021

Lalique’s Inspired Art Nouveau Jewelry

At this Chartres sale, watches and jewelry rivaled each other in originality, especially a brooch depicting one of Lalique’s muses with swirling ha...

Lalique’s Inspired Art Nouveau Jewelry - Lots sold

Published on 19 November 2021

Lange & Söhne's Perfect Timing

If you like complications, you’re in for a treat. Those of watches, of course, with this collection of big names in watchmaking, which has come up for...

Lange & Söhne's Perfect Timing - Pre-sale

Published on 23 October 2021

Homage To the French Empire in the Company of Odiot et Louis Moinet

Silverwork and objets d'art from the collection of Dr. Vincent, a suite of silver and gilt, delivered a triumphant ode to the French Empire.

Homage To the French Empire in the Company of Odiot et Louis Moinet - Lots sold

Published on 19 October 2021

Deep Sea Diving With Rolex

An exceptional wristwatch drove the Grenoble sale to victory, where items from Asia were also desirable.

Deep Sea Diving With Rolex - Lots sold

Published on 12 October 2021

Master Clockmaker Charles Dutertre's Perfect Timing

Under the protection of Demeter and Persephone, a bronze clock by timepiece-maker Dutertre won hands down.

Master Clockmaker Charles Dutertre's Perfect Timing - Lots sold

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