34 Patek Philippe An extremely unusual, limited and well preserved, Calatrava, wristwatch in yellow gold, with link bracelet and Extract from the Archives, made exclusively for Fininvest and signed Silvio Berlusconi, reference 3821/1

Estimate: Fr. 10'000 –⁠ 20'000

• Model Calatrava
• Year 1988
• Reference 701633
• Case Material 18K yellow gold
• Case Number 2'828'467
• Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet, approximate length 195mm
• Movement Manual, cal. 177, 18 jewels
• Movement Number 1'371'571
• Dimension 32mm Diameter
• Signed Case, dial and movement
• Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives, confirming the production of the present timepiece in 1988 and its subsequent sale on 23rd August 1988.

The Patek Philippe reference 3821/1 belongs to a discreet yet fascinating chapter of the manufacture’s production, where refined minimalism meets the quiet luxury of integrated design. Crafted in yellow gold, it embodies the maison’s late 20th-century pursuit of elegance without excess, watches conceived not to proclaim status, but to reward connoisseurship. Its harmonious proportions and fluid bracelet integration recall the era’s most sophisticated dress-sport creations, executed with Patek Philippe’s unmistakable restraint. The present example captivates through its purity. The immaculate white dial, adorned with elongated Roman numerals, offers a serene and balanced display, further elevated by the subtle applied signature at 12 o’clock. At 6 o’clock, an unusual applied emblem belonging to Fininvest is visible and rendered in a gold tone. Equally compelling is the case and bracelet construction. The finely woven, link-like yellow gold bracelet is both supple and sculptural, a testament to Patek Philippe’s mastery of goldsmithing. The caseback, engraved with Silvio Berlusconi's signature, ads a layer of personal history, while the crisp hallmarks and strong definition of the case attest to careful preservation. Elegant yet distinctive, this reference 3821/1 stands as a quietly charismatic expression of Patek Philippe’s enduring artistry.