Lot Essay
Royal Oak Offshore reference 26078IO is a wonderful contemporary chronograph wristwatch measuring 44mm. The watch is balanced thanks to the titanium and ceramic construction, allowing for a comfortable fit on the wrist. Limited to 1000 examples, the timepiece marks a special collaboration between Audemars Piguet and Rubens Barichello II, a legendary Brazilian Formula 1 driver. Paying homage to Brazil, the subsidiary hands have been playfully colored green, blue, and yellow, such as the colors found on the country’s flag. F1 elements are also integrated into the watch such as the strap liner. Made from Alcantara fabric, a favored material in racecar seats due to its “non-slip” properties, Audemars Piguet’s attention to detail is evident in all parts of this celebrational timepiece.