On December 1st, the grand Hôtel Métropole in Monte-Carlo will host a trio of exceptional auctions by Wannenes including rare watches, exquisite jewellery, and luxury handbags. Each auction offers an exclusive chance for collectors and enthusiasts to acquire iconic items of timeless elegance and value, including exclusive pieces by Italian film legend Anna Kanakis.
Pre-sales exhibitions of all three collections will be taking place on 29th and 30th November at the Hotel Metropole, with the auction scheduled for 1st December.
At the heart of the event is the exquisite jewellery collection of Anna Kanakis, the beloved Italian cinema and fashion icon. Comprising 70 lots, the collection is going under the gavel one year after her death. The proceeds will be donated by her husband, Marco Merati Foscarini, to support the Veronesi Foundation for scientific research and the Italian Lymphoma Foundation.
Highlights include a pair of platinum and diamond drop earrings by Bvlgari, circa the 1960s, estimated at €120,000–150,000, and a significant Petochi ring featuring an octagonalcut Colombian emerald weighing approximately 18 cts, SSEF-certified with minor oiling, estimated at €150,000–180,000.
LUXE HANDBAGS
The event also features a sale of luxury bags and accessories, an unmissable opportunity for collectors and fashion enthusiasts. Highlighting the catalogue are exceptional Hermès creations, including the Kelly 20 II Special Edition 2021, a Rouge de Coeur and Rose Extreme beauty estimated at €17,000–€22,000, and a 2023 Kelly 20 II in classic Gold Epsom calfskin, similarly valued.
Also notable is the Birkin 35 in Togo calfskin, adorned in a serene Tourterelle gray with silver-tone hardware, estimated at €8,000–€10,000. Each item reflects the timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship synonymous with Hermès, making this auction an essential event for those seeking iconic pieces.
TIMEPIECES, TOO
Completing the offerings is a showcase of fine watches, appealing to horology experts and aficionados alike. Among the highlights is a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red” crafted in stainless steel from 1980. Coveted for its distinctive “Big Red” dial, this model carries an estimate of €35,000–€55,000. Also on offer is an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Day-Date in yellow gold from 1990, valued at €23,000–€27,000. Another standout is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo in stainless steel, a 1993 masterpiece estimated at €55,000–€75,000. These timepieces underscore the enduring appeal of haute horology.
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