Auction introduction: Sotheby's New York is excited to offer an exceptional Important Watches auction, live for bidding on 10 June. This season we are pleased to curate timepieces from private tastemakers, whose collections are well preserved, rare, and unique. Highlighted is the Reference 6241 Paul Newman Daytona 'John Player Special, offered from the original owner. It was affectionately nicknamed “John Player Special” in reference to the livery of the Lotus formula 1 painted in black with the gold tobacco company logo. Few Daytona models are fitted with the iconic Paul Newman dial. Fewer still are presented in this format so coveted amongst collectors. In good company, our sale features a thoughtfully curated selection of important vintage Daytonas including a rare Reference 6239 Paul Newman Daytona retailed by Linz Brothers. Very few are known to exist, with three seen in the market today. This celebrated example is authenticated by Rolex via the accompanying Watch Conditions Document. Modern juggernauts include a three-dimensional 24-second inclined tourbillon world time wristwatch by Greubel Forsey, a highly complicated split seconds chronograph wristwatch with tourbillon and minute repeater by Audemars Piguet, and an early platinum Resonance wristwatch with brass movement by F.P. Journe. Cased in tantalum and yellow gold, an incredibly rare skeletonized Royal Oak Quantieme Perpetuelle (circa 1990s) by Audemars Piguet will be offered, complete with a winding presentation box and papers. Completing our sale are iconic, and well preserved vintage models by Patek Philippe, Cartier, Rolex, and more. Sotheby's New York is able to welcome visitors following federal and New York state COVID-19 travel guidelines and regulations. The exhibition for this sale will open on 4 June and will close on 9 June at 5:00 pm. We encourage you to schedule an appointment via email at appointmentsNY@sothebys.com or by phone at +1 212 606 7171. You may read more about our safety requirements here.