6 Patek Philippe A rare and unusual, cushion-shaped manual wristwatch in steel, with Calatrava-cross guilloché dial, Certificate of Origin and presentation box.
Estimate: € 5.000 – 10.000
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- Model Flat Tonneau
- Year 1972
- Reference 3574
- Case Material Stainless steel
- Case Number 520'707
- Bracelet Material Leather strap
- Movement Manual, cal. 23-300, 18 jewels
- Movement Number 1'211'750
- Dimension 35mm Diameter
- Signed Case, dial and movement
- Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated April 1972, service, booklets, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Introduced at the dawn of the 1970s, Patek Philippe’s reference 3574 occupies a highly unusual and short-lived position within the manufacture’s vast catalogue. Produced for only a brief period of approximately five years, and exclusively in stainless steel, the reference is believed to have been made in a remarkably limited quantity of roughly 500 examples. Its very existence stands apart from the brand’s traditional language, most notably through its distinctive C-shaped case, a bold and modern silhouette that remains atypical for Patek Philippe, both then and now. Within this concise production run, the reference 3574 was offered with a variety of dial executions, ranging from restrained matte silvered or deep navy examples to more elaborate treatments. The present watch is distinguished by its finely executed guilloché dial adorned with the Calatrava cross motif, a decorative flourish that elevates the piece from minimalist modernism to unmistakable haute horlogerie. The case of the present example has been preserved in notably sharp condition, retaining crisp edges and clearly defined facets, details that are notoriously susceptible to loss through polishing and thus highly prized by seasoned collectors. Further enhancing its appeal, this example is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin, Japanese guarantee, and presentation box, a rare and compelling level of completeness for a reference already defined by its scarcity.
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