91 Patek Philippe An extremely unusual, rare and very fine, bracelet manual wristwatch, in yellow gold with pebble style integrated bracelet.
Estimate: € 5.000 – 10.000
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- Year Circa 1940s
- Case Material 18K yellow gold
- Case Number 505'438
- Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold bracelet, approximate length 195mm
- Movement Manual, jewelled
- Movement Number 865'164
- Dimension 18mm Diameter
- Signed Case, dial and movement
Few manufacturers have elevated the ladies’ wristwatch to the level of jewelry quite like Patek Philippe. During the mid-20th century, the Genevan maison created a series of exquisitely sculptural timepieces where artistic expression and mechanical refinement existed in perfect harmony. These creations transcended their utilitarian purpose, embodying the glamour and geometric sophistication of the Art Deco era while showcasing Patek Philippe’s uncompromising dedication to craftsmanship. The present example is a particularly captivating illustration of this philosophy, and one that appears to reflect the collaboration between Patek Philippe and an independent jeweller. Executed in yellow gold, the extraordinary bracelet is composed of polished spherical links that flow seamlessly around the petite Patek Philippe movement and case, transforming the timepiece into a striking piece of wearable sculpture. The highly unusual construction and distinctly jewellery-oriented design of the bracelet suggest that it was most likely created by a jeweller rather than by Patek Philippe itself, while the presence of the Geneva manufacture’s movement places the watch firmly within the tradition of Patek Philippe’s exceptional ladies’ timepieces. The elegant black dial, adorned with applied gold indexes and matching hands, provides a striking contrast to the warmth of the gold. Exceptionally stylish and unmistakably refined, the present watch is a fascinating survivor from an era when Patek Philippe movements could serve as the foundation for highly individual creations by accomplished jewellery ateliers.
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GENEVA
Eternity Gallery Geneva, 19 Place de Longemalle
HONG KONG
Opera Gallery Hong Kong, 1 Duddell Street, Unit 01, 11/F, Central
MILANO
Portrait Milano Hotel, Corso Venezia, 11
BOLOGNA
Time on Show Bologna, Viale della Fiera, 20