Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 26 November 2023

Live Auction | 142 lots | Total Low Estimate HK$77,185,000 / US$9,644,800 

Left: Audemars Piguet, an extremely rare and important 18k gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with leap year and moon phases indication. Ref. 5516 (Est: HK$6,500,000 – 13,000,000)

Right: Patek Philippe, a highly attractive and very rare 18k gold split seconds chronograph wristwatch with black dial. Ref. 1436, made in 1950. (Est: HK$4,000,000 – 8,000,000

Hong Kong – Christie's is privileged to present the OAK Collection ("One-Of-A-Kind" Collection). Carefully amassed by a European collector over more than four decades, this remarkable collection comprises more than 500 timepieces, including vintage watches from the 20^th century, as well as contemporary watches that are predominantly one-offs or were made to special order.

These exceptional timepieces originate from the most prestigious brands such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Breguet, to the leading independent watchmakers such as Akrivia and Voutilainen. The collection is curated based on three key criteria: pristine condition, rarity, and exceptional provenance, solidifying its status as one of the most prestigious collections in the world. This collection has the added distinction of being the first private collection of watches to be exhibited in a major Art Museum — an honor bestowed by London's Design Museum in May 2022.

On 26 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Christie’s will showcase Part 1 of the Collection, featuring an exquisite selection of 142 prestigious horological works of art. Many are meticulously documented, complete with their respective papers and boxes. This offers a unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional treasure from one of the world's greatest collections of fine watches.

Alexandre Bigler, Senior Vice President and Head of Watches, Christie’s Asia Pacific, shared, "We are both honored and excited to build upon our historic results from earlier this year, as we continue our legacy of success by presenting this exceptionally rare and comprehensive selection from some of the greatest names in horology. These include Patek Philippe, Breguet, and Audemars Piguet, as well as reputable independent watchmakers such as Akrivia and Voutilainen. The diversity and rarity of the OAK Collection, along with the exceptional quality, provenance, and condition of the watches, make it a tribute both to Haute Horlogerie and the passage of time. With the demand for exceptional timepieces on the rise in the Asia Pacific region, Part I of the OAK Collection unveils 142 of the 'best of the best' vintage and contemporary museum-quality watches. We look forward to presenting these timepieces to passionate watch enthusiasts from around the world in Hong Kong on 26 November.”