Reasons to Bid
The Vianney Halter Classic is a landmark creation of contemporary independent watchmaking and a defining work of one of the most imaginative horological minds of the modern era. Introduced in the late 1990s, the model embodies Halter’s interpretation of timekeeping, merging steampunk-inspired design, architectural detailing, and uncompromising artisanal craft. The Classic in 18k rose gold remains one of the purest expressions of his aesthetic language, regarded today as a foundational icon of the independent watch renaissance. The 36 mm case, immediately recognisable by its riveted porthole-style bezel, multi-part construction and stepped lugs, showcases Halter’s obsession with micromechanical architecture. Powered by the VH100 automatic movement, developed and modified under Vianney Halter’s direction, originally based on a high-grade Nouvelle Lémania ébauche, the movement is extensively reworked, hand-finished and fitted with a finely decorated rotor.