Lot Essay
The Piaget "Andy Warhol" holds a unique place in the maison's history. Originally launched in 1972 as the Ref. 15102 and later known as the "Black Tie", this distinctive cushion-shaped design was a favourite of the Pop Art icon himself—Andy Warhol owned no fewer than seven Piaget watches in his lifetime, and this was the most recognisable among them. In 2024, Piaget formalised its partnership with The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, officially renaming the contemporary expression of this model the "Andy Warhol Watch".
The present example is crafted in 18k rose gold and distinguished by its striking lapis lazuli dial. The deep blue ornamental stone, prized for its intensity and natural gold flecks, has been a Piaget signature since the maison began working with hardstone dials. The dial is clean and focused—hours and minutes only—allowing the lapis lazuli to command attention, with slim gold hour markers and hands.
The "Andy Warhol" is a contemporary collectible that bridges Piaget's golden era of design with the enduring cultural legacy of its most famous wearer. With its lapis lazuli dial, this example is a compelling expression of the maison's ornamental stone heritage.
The present example is crafted in 18k rose gold and distinguished by its striking lapis lazuli dial. The deep blue ornamental stone, prized for its intensity and natural gold flecks, has been a Piaget signature since the maison began working with hardstone dials. The dial is clean and focused—hours and minutes only—allowing the lapis lazuli to command attention, with slim gold hour markers and hands.
The "Andy Warhol" is a contemporary collectible that bridges Piaget's golden era of design with the enduring cultural legacy of its most famous wearer. With its lapis lazuli dial, this example is a compelling expression of the maison's ornamental stone heritage.
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