Christie’s Hong Kong Watches department is delighted to unveil its inaugural online auction for 2025, featuring a captivating collection of horological masterpieces, including the debut of the distinguished single-owner collection, Stories in Time: A Collection of Exceptional Watches. Subsequent parts of this collection will grace the auction calendars in Geneva, Dubai and New York throughout 2025.

Curated over 30 years, the Stories in Time collection pays homage to a devoted collector’s passion and dedication to acquiring horology timepieces of the highest level. The extraordinary collection is enriched by the owner’s love of direct patronage and interaction with esteemed contemporary independent watchmakers. Exceptional highlights include an exquisite Greubel Forsey pink gold Contemporain 24-seconds Tourbillon with its striking blue dial, alongside striking timepieces by other remarkable independents such as Christiaan van der Klaauw, Michel Jordi, and MB&F.

The auction also showcases incredible pieces from renowned brands such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, featuring standout treasures like the Patek Philippe world timers 175th anniversary reference 5575G and reference 5131G and the highly coveted Audemars Piguet reference 25554ST, the first Royal Oak to feature the perpetual calendar complication.

These highlights give just a taste of the beautiful and intriguing watches brought together in this online auction. With over 70 lots available without reserve, this auction presents an exquisite opportunity for both new and seasoned collectors alike.

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