1815 TOURBILLON HANDWERKSKUNST MODEL, REF. 730.048F, MOVEMENT NO. 181'521, CASE NO. 222'673 AND 23⁄30, CIRCA 2016

The tourbillon wristwatches of A. Lange & Söhne are considered as the absolute pinnacle of horological excellence, the workmanship and level of hand-finishing is breathtaking. They are also extremely beautiful, with equal focus on the design and aesthetic aspects of their timepieces as much as the extraordinary skill of their watchmakers. The present 1815 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst, reference 730.048F, as the name implies, showcases the use of the finest artisan handcrafted finishes. Made in an exclusive limited-edition of 30 pieces, the model was released in 2015 to celebrate the 200th birthday of founder Ferdinand Adolph Lange. In the 1815 Tourbillon, for the first time, A. Lange & Söhne combined the patented stop-seconds mechanism for the tourbillon with the zero-reset time-setting mechanism. The present watch is offered with the full set of accessories and has been carefully preserved in immaculate condition.

Powered by Lange’s exceptional Calibre L102.1 manual-winding movement housed in an impressive 39.5mm pink gold case, the shimmering black rhodiumed solid pink gold dial is finished with a hand hammering technique known as ‘tremblage’. Set against this stunning background the numerals, signature and detailing are chiselled in solid gold relief. The pink gold hands contrast beautifully with the dark shade of the dial.

A Lange masterwork that is very rarely seen at auction, the 1815 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst showcases Lange & Söhne’s watchmaking at its very best. The present watch offers collectors the all too rare chance to obtain one of these undoubted masterpieces of the brand in exceptional condition.