Lot 43
A very fine and attractive platinum annual calendar wristwatch with retrograde date, and presentation box
Sold
$163,800
Est $60,000 - $120,000
Live Auction
THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: SIX
ARTIST
F.P. Journe
Size
40.5mm Diameter
Description

Year: 2012
Case No: 679-Q
Model Name: Octa Calendrier
Material: Platinum
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 37 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle: Platinum F. P. Journe buckle
Accessories: Accompanied by F. P. Journe wooden presentation box and outer packaging, additional strap, and polishing cloth.

F. P. Journe is a 21st century watchmaker with a noble vision of innovation, mechanical prowess, and fine artisanal craftsmanship. His timepieces are manufactured to the highest level in haute horology for every collection introduced. With an ever growing demand for these extremely well-executed timepieces in recent times, the production has remained limited as each watch is designed, manufactured, finished, and assembled by hand. Made between 2005 and 2014, the present Octa Calendrier features a 40mm platinum case with an 18 karat rose gold automatic movement. One of the first models introduced in the Octa series, the Octa Calendrier features an annual calendar complication with retrograde-style date sector, presented in the firm’s iconic asymmetrical dial layout. Fitted with a 22 karat gold off-centered rotor, the feature enables a higher efficiency of self-winding. The watch has a contemporary look, with unequivocal signs of traditional watchmaking with iconic blued steel hands, and guilloché engraving on the main dial. The Octa Calendrier is one of the most sought after timepieces from the Journe collection. The present F.P. Journe Octa Calendrier in platinum from approximately 2008 with an attractive grey dial is offered here for the first time at auction. With a substantial surge in demand for F.P. Journe timepieces today, this is a great opportunity for collectors to acquire a discontinued example of one of the most iconic models manufactured by the firm.

Signature
Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.