An auction featuring 15 special watches, sketches and even a themed coffee table made by Konstantin Chaykin raised a total of CHF 415,000 at an auction held at Geneva Watch Days last night.
An unworn 2022 Joker Five watch from Konstantin Chaykin’s Wristmons collection, number 13/38, hammered for CHF 60,000.
Along with an opportunity to purchase rare and irreverent timepieces from the Russian watchmaker, there will also be original sketches of some of his more creative ideas.
A coffee table in the style of the watchmaker’s Joker watch made by metal artisan Pedro Costa also sold for CHF 60,000.
Hammer prices for the Konstantin Chaykin lots at the Geneva Watch Days auction run by Ineichen Auctioneers:
The Smilodon Watch
A limited edition timepiece inspired by the prehistoric saber-toothed tiger, showcasing unique functions and paying homage to an ancient predator.
Sold for CHF 46,000.
The Joker Five Watch
A limited edition masterpiece with a playful design, featuring a retrograde sectoral day of the week indicator and references to playing card suits.
Sold for CHF 60,000.
The Tourbillon 55 Clock
A precision masterpiece with a hidden message for ham radio enthusiasts, reminiscent of Konstantin Chaykin’s youth.
Sold for CHF 46,000.
The Time-Eater Watch Set
A collaboration with Louis Erard, featuring one-eyed Wristmons in two design variants, highly sought-after collectibles. This timepiece is presented together with the watch sketch.
Sold for CHF 20,000.
Prototype of Konstantin Chaykin’s New Wristmon
Be among the first to own this jovial and optimistic character in the collection. This timepiece is presented together with the watch sketch.
Sold for CHF 35,000.
Joker watch coffee table
The auction boasts an extraordinary highlight – the Joker watch coffee table crafted by the talented metal artisan Pedro Costa.
Sold for CHF 60,000.
