AUDEMARS PIGUET Bamboo COBRA

COMMENT

This geometric Audemars Piguet was produced in the 1980s. The bracelet, reminiscent of a beads-of-rice design, reflects the brand’s rich creativity and its pursuit of harmony between innovation and tradition. The solid 18K gold case recalls Audemars Piguet’s Bamboo and Cobra designs, and when viewed from the side, it becomes clear that the watch is conceived as a continuous piece of gold work flowing from the bracelet. The dial is finished in matte blue and set with diamond indexes. It is powered by the in-house Cal.2080.

The case and bracelet remain in good overall condition. Each bracelet link retains its rounded form and luster, allowing the soft, dimensional character associated with the Bamboo Cobra to be clearly appreciated. The blue dial shows no major noticeable scratches or deterioration, and the diamond indexes retain a bright, clear brilliance. The hands are also diamond-set, a special configuration that gives them greater thickness than standard hands. As a result, the watch has been designed with additional clearance between the dial and crystal, reflecting its elaborate construction. The caseback engravings are also clearly visible.

The Bamboo Cobra is a watch that combines the refined character of a high-end Audemars Piguet jewelry watch with the elegance of a slim hand-wound timepiece. The pairing of a blue dial and diamonds gives the watch a rich presence while remaining composed, and the sculptural bracelet creates a distinctive character throughout the entire piece. Within the Cobra collection, this is a particularly appealing example with an excellent balance of design and decoration.

BRAND

Audemars Piguet was founded in Le Brassus in the Swiss Jura Mountains, where the manufacture remains based today. Since its early years, the company has established a leading position in the field of highly complicated watchmaking. It later reached iconic status with the Royal Oak, a model that opened new possibilities for the luxury sports watch. Alongside Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet is regarded as one of the three great watchmaking houses.