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Time+Tide’s five contributors each chose a personal favourite among the watches made for TimeForArt 2024. Their picks range from an unconventional triangular case to a dial inspired by waves; they are editorial preferences, not a ranked or independently tested top five. The auction estimates below were reported in October 2024 and are not confirmed sale prices or current valuations.
What TimeForArt 2024 was
TimeForArt was a charity auction scheduled for December 7, 2024, in New York, with Phillips as auction partner and 26 supporting brands. The event’s first edition, held in 2022, raised more than US$1 million to support artists through the Swiss Institute, according to Time+Tide’s October 12, 2024 article. Time+Tide
The five watches below are the individual contributors’ favourites from the 2024 selection. Their reported estimates reflect that October 2024 article; the source does not establish realized auction results, present availability, or current market prices.
The five contributors’ picks
| Contributor and watch | Design and materials | Movement | Estimate reported in October 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zach — Anoma A1 TFA24 | Cushioned triangular stainless-steel case; black-lacquered dial with engraved offset triangles and a reflective, three-part sunburst effect. | Not stated in the October 12, 2024 Time+Tide article. | US$1,500–US$3,000 |
| Borna — Toledano & Chan b/1m | Case combining Muonionalusta meteorite and 904L steel, meteorite dial, and ostrich-leather strap. | Sellita SW100 | US$8,000–US$16,000 |
| Jamie — Furlan Marri Disco Stromatolite | Disco Volante variant with a stromatolite dial and no numerals or minute/seconds tracks. | Peseux 7001 | US$3,000–US$6,000 |
| Russell — Czapek | Engraved dial made with master engraver Michèle Rothen and dial maker Metalem; its trompe-l’oeil design evokes the SXH5 movement. | SXH5, with skeletonised bridges and a recycled-platinum micro-rotor | US$40,000–US$80,000 |
| Pietro — Baltic Prismic TimeForArt Edition | Stainless-steel and titanium case; unique wave-inspired dial explored with generative AI and milled to create three-dimensional texture. | Not stated in the October 12, 2024 Time+Tide article. | US$800–US$1,600 |
How the designs differ
Anoma: geometry in the case and dial
Zach’s Anoma A1 TFA24 uses a cushioned triangular silhouette rather than a conventional round case. Time+Tide reported dimensions of 39 mm in diameter, 9.45 mm thick, and 39 mm lug-to-lug. Its black-lacquered dial repeats the geometric idea through engraved offset triangles that catch light in a three-part sunburst pattern.
#1 Best Overall
Toledano & Chan: meteorite beyond the dial
Borna’s b/1m uses Muonionalusta meteorite in both the dial and part of the case, paired with 904L steel and an ostrich-leather strap. Time+Tide also reported that Phil Toledano said in an Instagram comment exchange that a full meteorite bracelet had been considered but was cost-prohibitive. That is the article’s account of the exchange, not a separately verified direct quotation.
Furlan Marri: a deliberately unmarked surface
Jamie chose the Disco Stromatolite, an elevated Disco Volante variant. Its stromatolite dial is left without numerals or minute and seconds tracks, making the material’s surface the visual focus. The article identifies its movement as the Peseux 7001.
Rank #2
- Features a classic big dial and quartz movement with stable quality. High hardness coated glass mirror is wear-resistant, scratch-proof, Butterfly double buckle ensures comfortable wear
- Mirror diameter is 1.6 inches (41 mm), case thickness is 0.43 inches (11 mm), and band length is 7 inches (180 mm). The length of the watch can be adjusted, and it weighs 132 g(4.65 ounces). Maximum applicable to about an 8-9" wrist
- Luminous function can be activated by illuminating the watch under strong light for 30-40 seconds, providing a new visual experience at night. Manual includes detailed instructions for adjusting time and calendar
- Fashionable and elegant design for any man who appreciates quality and style. Versatile and stylish men's watches are suitable for any occasion, including parties, work, daily life and dating
- Water resistance for daily life, waterproof to 100 feet (30 m), generally resistant to splashing or brief submersion, but not suitable for swimming or bathing
Czapek: engraving that suggests mechanics
Russell’s Czapek pick centers on an engraved dial created in collaboration with master engraver Michèle Rothen and dial maker Metalem. The engraving gives a trompe-l’oeil impression of the SXH5 movement; that movement itself has skeletonised bridges and a recycled-platinum micro-rotor.
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Pietro’s Baltic Prismic TimeForArt Edition pairs a stainless-steel and titanium case with a unique wave-inspired dial. The design was developed through generative AI exploration and then milled to produce three-dimensional texture. The article does not name its movement.
Rank #3
- Movement: Japanese Imported quartz analog movement, provide precise time and long term running.
- Waterproof: Water resistant to 30M. Daily use waterproof, washing hands, raining or splash. But not suitable for swimming, diving, shower.
- Material: Anti-scratch mineral glass and environmental protection vacuum plating case never fade. Genuine leather strap, delicate and soft.
- Multifunction Design: Simple and luxurious dial, covers the week,date, time display, chronograph, LED light functions.
- Perfect Gift: This elegant looking luxury wristwatch can be worn for a variety of occasions, whether formal, business or casual, or from indoor, outdoor events or everyday use.
What the estimates do—and do not—tell you
The reported estimates give a sense of how the watches were presented ahead of the 2024 auction, but they should not be read as sale results, current valuations, or retail prices. The available account does not establish whether any of the lots sold or what they realized. Nor does the selection assess timekeeping accuracy, durability, performance, or value: it records five contributors’ aesthetic preferences.
For a design-focused comparison, the distinctions are more useful than treating the picks as a ranking: Anoma emphasizes case geometry, Toledano & Chan uses meteorite across dial and case, Furlan Marri foregrounds stromatolite, Czapek uses engraving to evoke movement architecture, and Baltic translates a wave concept into a textured dial.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Sources
Descriptions, contributor attributions, estimates, and event context are from Time+Tide’s article published October 12, 2024: The Time+Tide article.
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