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Sotheby’s Geneva to hold auction of UFO-themed watches
Sotheby’s Geneva is to hold an “out of this world” auction of UFO-themed watches.With Area_51, Sotheby’s and heist-out, founded by Maxime Couturier and Lorenzo Maillard, are moving the Rough Diamonds concept into space with a UFO-themed watch exhibition beginning on April 1, followed by an evening reception on April 2 and a live auction of 51 lots on April 3.
Among the highlights is a Rolex Starship Gold, circa 1980, featuring an elongated, UFO-shaped oval dial in a “rare deviation from the brand’s aesthetic”.There’s also a Ressence Type 3AM, circa 2017, the first ever watch filled with oil, to ensure the display is readable from any angle, and a number of unconventional timepieces from Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe.
Another highlight is the Ressence Type 3AM, a groundbreaking 2017 model known for being the first watch filled with oil, a feature that enhances legibility from any viewing angle. The collection will also include avant-garde designs from prestigious brands such as Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe.
While Sotheby’s has yet to release official price estimates, collectors and enthusiasts can expect a truly out-of-this-world bidding experience.
The LVMH-owned jeweler has appointed David Ponzo to the newly created role of Deputy CEO and promoted Thierry Vasseur to Executive VP to spearhead global retail and product strategy.
The LVMH-owned jeweler has appointed David Ponzo to the newly created role of Deputy CEO and promoted Thierry Vasseur to Executive VP to spearhead global retail and product strategy.
Tiffany & Co. has expanded its executive team by appointing David Ponzo as Deputy Chief Executive Officer. Ponzo, who joins from Louis Vuitton where he served as Chief Commercial Officer, will now oversee Tiffany’s global retail operations, corporate commercial organizations, and the high-jewelry product division. He steps into responsibilities previously managed by former CCO Gavin Haig.
In a simultaneous move, the house has promoted Thierry Vasseur to Executive Vice President of Jewelry, High Jewelry, Home, and Accessories. In this expanded capacity, Vasseur will lead the brand’s global product marketing and merchandising strategies, further aligning Tiffany’s creative output with its ambitious commercial goals.
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