145 Patek Philippe A fine and charming, Spider Lugs, wristwatch in yellow gold, black dial, with extract from the archives, reference 1578.
Estimate: € 15.000 – 30.000
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| model | Spider Lugs |
|---|---|
| year | 1952 |
| reference | 1578 |
| case material | 18K yellow gold |
| case number | 675'913 |
| bracelet material | Leather strap |
| movement type | Manual, cal. 12–400, 18 jewels |
| movement number | 720'197 |
| dimension | 35mm Diameter |
| signed | Case, dial and movement |
| accessories | Accompanied by Patek Philippe extract from the archives confirming the production of the present timepiece in 1952 and its subsequent sale on 20th April 1953. |
Few designs in the repertoire of Patek Philippe are as sculptural — or as instantly recognizable — as the reference 1578. Its sharply faceted lugs, slicing away from the case like the arms of a celestial compass, give the watch its evocative nickname “Spider Lugs”. What makes this particular piece even more desirable is the rare black dial, an elegant canvas punctuated by applied gold numerals and refined feuille hands. This contrast creates a dramatic, timeless presence on the wrist — a trait collectors instinctively recognize as truly special. The caseback engraving — “GMOO – A.G. Ferris – 1921–1953” — reveals a unique provenance. GMOO stands for General Motors Overseas Operations, and this timepiece was selected as a high-honor gift to overseas executives and made in extremely limited numbers, likely 50 pieces. A discreet detail, but one that adds a further layer of intrigue to an already rare time-only reference — often overshadowed by its more complicated sibling, the 1579 chronograph, yet sharing the same daring case design. Offered in excellent condition with a sharply preserved case in yellow gold, this is a piece for the connoisseur who understands that simplicity, when executed with such sophistication, can surpass even the most complex of complications.
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