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23. Ulysse Nardin. An extremely rare and important heavy shi…
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23. Ulysse Nardin. An extremely rare and important heavy shi…
Estimate €15,000 - €20,000
Voluntary lot
Description
23. Ulysse Nardin. An extremely rare and important heavy shield shaped 18K gold chronograph wristwatch
Date: Circa 1945
Movement: 17-jewel Cal. Valjoux 23, No.125328
Dial: Silvered, applied gilt Arabic hour markers, black outer second divisions, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for running seconds and 30 minute recording, gilt pointed baton hands, centre chronograph hand
Case: Polished shield form, snap on back, crown flanked by twin pushers, No.626462
Strap/Bracelet: Faux brown alligator leather
Buckle/Clasp: Gilt buckle
Signed: Case, dial & movement
Size: 34mm x 39mm
Weight: 62,53g
Accompaniments: Ulysse Nardin box, Extract from the Archives dated January 23rd, 2019
Dating from circa 1945, this distinctive chronograph wristwatch by Ulysse Nardin reflects the brand's mid-century exploration of more sculptural case forms within the framework of professional timing instruments.
Powered by the Valjoux 23 calibre, the watch follows the classical bicompax chronograph architecture, with subsidiary registers for running seconds and 30-minute recording. The silvered dial is structured and functional, accented by gilt details that preserve clarity while adding warmth to the composition.
Housed in a heavy 18K yellow gold shield-shaped case with twin pushers flanking the crown, this example stands out for its unusual geometry, combining robust presence with technical precision, and illustrating Ulysse Nardin's more experimental design approach during the 1940s.
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