Omega De Ville 8271

OMEGA - Lot 42

OMEGA De Ville Emerald designed by Andrew Grima Item no. 8271 case number: D 22656 A circa 1970 Ladies' wristwatch in 18k gold (750‰) Case: octagonal, hail-effect bezel and caseband, signed fluted crown, clipped caseback bearing owl and BMF hallmarks, caseback signed and numbered Dial: gilded, painted black baton hour markers, black baton hands, signed Movement: hand-wound mechanical signed Omega - Omega 620 numbered 32441533 Bracelet/Fastener: case-integrated bracelet in gold, with Omega logo clasp (hallmarks on clasp buckle: BMF, Omega and owl) Size: 32.5 x 24 mm Gross weight: 75.8 g Wrist circumference: 17 cm approx. With: Jean Vendôme case Condition report given as an indication: sold as is, few signs of wear from use, very slightly stretched bracelet, very slight dents on case back very slight traces of wear on the dial's varnish, movement functional as described in the description, expect to have it serviced, no warranty. Andrew Grima was an influential British jewelry designer, best known for his bold, avant-garde pieces of the 1960s and 1970s. Grima's unique approach to design attracted high-profile clients, including members of the royal family, and he became one of the most celebrated jewelers of his time. He also ventured into the world of watch design, and one of his most famous collaborations was with Omega, the Swiss luxury watchmaker. In the early 1970s, Grima designed a limited series of watches for Omega called the "About Time" collection. These watches were highly unconventional, with abstract, sculptural designs that departed from traditional watchmaking aesthetics. Instead of focusing on precise timekeeping, Grima's creations emphasized the art and elegance of the watch as a wearable piece of sculpture. Some watches in the collection even masked the timepiece behind semi-precious stones, emphasizing form over function, as our example does. Grima's creations for Omega are now considered iconic, blending luxury, art and innovation. These watches are rare and highly sought-after by collectors, both for their association with Grima's distinctive style and for their historical importance in watch design.