Sotheby’s Marks 250 Years Of Breguet With Historic Auction
Sotheby’s is hosting a significant auction to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Breguet, marking the most important sale dedicated to the renowned watchmaker in over thirty years. Scheduled for November 9, 2025, this landmark event will feature nearly seventy exceptional timepieces that span the late 18th to the late 20th century. Among the highlights is the first Classique Souscription 2025, numbered 250, alongside pieces from private owners, including descendants of the founder, Abraham-Louis Breguet. Notable lots include a perpetual watch crafted for King George IV in 1827, estimated at 300,000 – 800,000 CHF, and a rare 18ct gold four-minute tourbillon from Breguet's founding era, estimated at 350,000 – 700,000 CHF. These pieces reflect Breguet’s revolutionary craftsmanship and enduring impact on modern watchmaking. Collectors around the world are invited to register for this unique opportunity to acquire a piece of horological history.