BLANCPAIN Villeret, no. 1388 BLANCPAIN Villeret, no. 1388 Circa 1990 Wristwatch in 18k (750) yellow gold with full calendar and moon phases Case: round, correctors on the case middle, snap closure, signed Dial: white, applied Roman numerals, central date hand, aperture for moon phases, signed Movement: automatic, signed Strap: yellow gold / Buckle: white gold folding clasp, stamped Gay Frères, signed Wrist size: approx. 19 cm Gross weight: 137.00 g. Diameter: 34 mm A 18k yellow gold automatic wristwatch, gold bracelet with deployant clasp stamped Gay Frères Launched in 1998, the Ocean Collection has established itself as the sportiest line in Harry Winston watchmaking. The Ocean Tourbillon is an ultra-limited series developed in collaboration with master watchmaker Peter Speake-Marin. Considered one of the most talented names in independent haute horlogerie, Speake-Marin really began his career in London. It was the merchant Georges Somlo, owner of one of the most prominent watchmaking addresses in Burlington Arcade, who spotted him in the 1990s. Speake-Marin ran the Somlo Antiques repair workshop for 7 years before moving to Switzerland to continue his career at Renaud & Papi, where he developed complications for prestigious watch brands. In 2003, Peter Speake-Marin decided to become independent and set up his own manufacture. For several years, he continued to work in collaboration with other manufactures, notably MB&F, with whom he developed Horological Machine N°1. In 2008, Peter Speake-Marin decided to refocus on his brand and to stop collaborating. This exclusive timepiece is one of the This exclusive timepiece is one of the last co-productions by the Swiss and "so British" watchmaker. Launched in 1998, the Ocean Collection has established itself as the sportiest line in Harry Winston watchmaking. The Ocean Tourbillon is an ultra-limited series developed in collaboration with master watchmaker Peter Speake- Marin. Considered one of the most talented names in independent haute horlogerie, Speake-Marin truly began his career in London. He was spotted in the 1990s by the merchant Georges Somlo, owner of one of the most prominent watchmaking addresses in Burlington Arcade. Speake- Marin ran the Somlo Antiques repair workshop for 7 years before moving to Switzerland to continue his career at Renaud & Papi, where he developed complications for prestigious watch brands. In 2003, Peter Speake-Marin decided to become independent and set up his own manufacture. For several years, he continued to work in collaboration with other manufacturers, notably MB&F, with whom he developed Horological Machine N°1, but in 2008 Peter Speake-Marin decided to refocus on his brand and stop collaborating. This exclusive timepiece is one of the Swiss watchmaker's last "so British" co-productions. CONDITION REPORT : At the time of writing the movement is working. Please note that chronometric accuracy is not guaranteed and Artcurial cannot be held responsible for any repair costs. Good condition A few scratches from use Strap loose Servicing recommended CONDITION REPORT : At the time of cataloguing the movement is running. Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Artcurial will not be held responsible for any repairs that must be required. Good condition Light scuffs Bracelet loosed Overhaul recommended Watches and clocks are sold as is. No warranty is given on the working order of the watches and clocks. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches, so the buyer is advised to consult a watchmaker to review the water-resistance of the watch. Strap changes, water-resistance, restorations, revisions and adjustments are the responsibility of the purchaser. Artcurial will not be responsible for any restoration estimate from any watchmaker whatsoever. Watches and clocks are sold "as is". No guarantee is given as to the working order of the watches and clocks. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches, so the buyer is advised to consult a watchmaker to review the water-resistance of the watch. Strap changes, water-resistance, restorations, revisions and adjustments are the responsibility of the purchaser. Artcurial will not accept any restoration estimate from any watchmaker.