White Rabbit & “A Mad Horological Party”
On December 13, 2025, Ineichen Auctioneers in Zurich will present a significant dual-lot event featuring the only White Rabbit wristwatch ever to be auctioned, alongside the original painting "A Mad Horological Party" by Konstantin Chaykin. The wristwatch is a grand-complication masterpiece, recognized as one of the twenty most complicated wristwatches in horological history, with a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire it through public sale. The painting, inspired by the same whimsical universe, metaphorically reflects the watch's development and draws connections to Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, showcasing Chaykin's artistic exploration of time through both horology and fine art. The White Rabbit wristwatch, unveiled in 2025, features sixteen complications, including the first-ever perpetual calendar in Russian watchmaking, and is characterized by its innovative mechanisms and artistic design. Chaykin's creation not only embodies high complications but also transforms the character of the White Rabbit into a symbol of time, blending literary themes with mechanical artistry. The watch's unique features, such as the reversible case and the Suspended Time function, further enhance its complexity and appeal, making it a remarkable piece in the world of haute horlogerie.
