In the heart of the Venetian lagoon comes to life the third edition of “The One, for passionate only,” the auction-event signed Spangaro & Co Auction House. The Basilica Sconsacrata San Marco Hall of the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa, on the Isola delle Rose, will host the event in a setting that combines history and contemporaneity, transforming itself for the occasion into a stage dedicated to watchmaking excellence.
The origins of Spangaro & Co.
The story of Spangaro & Co began in the early 1980s in Udine, when Nara and Gianandrea, fellow students at the “G. Sello” Art Institute, turned their passion into a shared project. In 1983 they opened with two other partners the Piccolo Oro jewelry store on Via Mazzini. A few years later they took over the entire business, starting an independent entrepreneurial path that combines craftsmanship expertise and attention to quality.
In the 1990s his son Jacopo entered the scene, growing up in close contact with the workshop: among tools, precious stones and watches he soon developed a curiosity that turned into passion. At the end of the decade the company experiences a difficult test with the passing of Nara. Since then Gianandrea and Jacopo consolidate their human and professional bond, working side by side and sharing training and experience.
Over time, interest in vintage watchmaking becomes more and more central. The expertise gained over the years allows them to offer restoration, appraisal and certification services, winning the trust of collectors and enthusiasts. In 2018, the business expanded with the opening of the boutique on Via Girardini in Udine, which became a reference point for those looking for selected watches and jewelry, combined with specialized advice.
The path finds a decisive turning point in 2024 with the birth of Spangaro Aste, an independent auction house based in Palazzo Sommariva, a historic building in the heart of Udine designed by architect Ermes Midena. The choice of this location responds both to a strategic need and the desire to enhance a representative architectural context.
The auction-event “THE ONE”
“THE ONE” format was born in 2022 to reinterpret the concept of a watch auction: not just a selection of rare pieces, but an exclusive context combining haute horlogerie, art, motors, wine, and entertainment. Since its inception, it has attracted Italian and international collectors, exceeding estimates and leading the watch department to a growth of more than 80 percent.
The 2025 edition, entitled “Reflections,” explores the link between aesthetics and emotion, value and taste, history and collecting.
For three days, Venice will become a focal point for enthusiasts:
- Friday, Sept. 26(10 a.m.- 6 p.m.) and Saturday, Sept. 27(10 a.m.- 1 p.m.): display of timepieces in the catalog, signed by the most iconic maisons, from Rolex to Patek Philippe, Cartier to Audemars Piguet, Jaeger-LeCoultre to Omega.
- Saturday, Sept. 27, starting at 5 p.m.: the auction-event, combining the tension of hammering with artistic performances, musical moments and star-studded cuisine.
An event that celebrates watchmaking as an art form, in one of the most evocative places in the world. Each watch presented is more than a luxury object: a fragment of time and beauty, destined to reflect the identity of those who choose it.
Among them, we have selected 10 lots, all rarities that hold stories and promise to excite and surprise young enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Our selection
Lot 5 and 6 – Rolex Precision “Belt”
Estimate € 5,000.00 / 10,000.00
The design of these watches draws direct inspiration from a belt. The integrated “brick-link” bracelet blends harmoniously with the engraved bezel, and the unique clasp recalls that of a buckle.
Here are all their details!
Lot 11 – Vacheron Constantin Disco Volante
Estimate € 3,600.00 / 7,000.00
Conceived in collaboration with Audemars Piguet and case manufacturer Eggly & Cie. Genta conceived the reference 5093 in 1953. The design included a perfectly round case, an integrated strap with screw-down case back, the ultra-thin 2003 caliber (a Jaeger-LeCoultre ebauche), and a relatively small dial with a wide, finished bezel. Hence, the story of the “Flying Saucer” begins.
Here all the details of this “flying saucer” signed Vacheron Constantin!
Lot 16 – Breguet Classique “Cinesino”
Estimate € 17.000,00 / 22.000,00
The Breguet Classique par excellence better known to collectors as the “Cinesino.” A literally timeless watch that concentrates elegance, technique and prestige!
Here are all the details!
Lot 35 – Franck Muller Chronograph Double Face
Estimate € 20.000,00 / 40.000,00
“Double face” watches have a dual appeal, due both to the sophistication of their mechanics and the fascinating feeling of owning something unique and hidden on the back dial, visible only to the wearer.
Here are all the details of this extraordinary example of a double face chronograph made by Franck Muller in Platinum!
Lot 75 – Cartier Tank Americaine “Teatro alla Scala”
Estimate € 14.000,00 / 18.000,00
An icon of the Cartier maison, elegant and instantly recognizable thanks to the exclusive treble clef placed at 8 o’clock that pays homage to the “Teatro alla Scala.”
Here are all the details!
Lot 81 – Patek Philippe Calatrava
Estimate € 10.000,00 / 15.000,00
The Patek Philippe ref. 3579 was produced between 1969 and 1974; estimates indicate a total production run of about 150-200 pieces (including 50 in blue configuration). This is a surprisingly small run, especially for a watch that was not officially labeled as a limited edition.
Here are all the details of this rare and atypical Calatrava!
Lot 101 – Universal Geneve Evil Nina Rindt Compax
Estimate € 10.000,00 / 20.000,00
In the world of collecting, it is common practice to juxtapose the name of a famous person, with a particular watch model. Some of the most famous include the Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” or the Explorer “Steve McQueen.” Not to be outdone is this Universal Geneve Compax named after an iconic woman of the 1970s, Nina Lincoln Rindt.
Here are all the details!
Lot 107 – Piaget Polo
Estimate € 10.000,00 / 15.000,00
With the advent of the 1980s, lifestyles and needs changed. Society began to be more sporty and modern, and wanted watches that were adequate, waterproof and shock-resistant, but still stylish and tasteful. To meet this new demand, Piaget created the iconic Polo.
Here are all the details of an unmissable watch in perfect condition and full set!
Lot 116 – Movado Lady Art Deco
Estimate € 8.500,00 / 13.500,00
A jewel-watch, exquisitely Deco in shape, made by Movado in the 1940s.
Here are all the details of this incredible watch!
Lot 123 – Tavannes “Belt”
Estimate € 1.900,00 / 4.000,00
Hermès collaborated with the Tavannes Watch Co., a renowned Swiss watchmaker, to make a series of belt watches in the 1920s and 1930s. These timepieces were distinguished by their elegant design, combining fine Swiss watchmaking with the luxurious style for which Hermès is famous.
Here are all the details!
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