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Patek Philippe
Chonometro Gondolo
A fine and well-preserved silver and pink gold openface keyless pocket watch with small seconds and white enamel dial, retailed by Gondolo & Labouriau
- Estimate
- HK$45,000 - 90,000€5,500 - 11,100$5,800 - 11,500
HK$69,850
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- 1908
- Movement No
- 153’095
- Case No
- 256’538
- Model Name
- Chonometro Gondolo
- Material
- Silver and pink gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 20”’, lever escapement
- Dimensions
- 53mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and cuvette signed, cuvette further signed by retailer
- Accessories
- Delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the smooth bezel, guilloche caseback, the manufacture of the present timepiece in 1908 and its subsequent date of sale on 6th July 1909.
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Catalogue Essay
- Renowned for crafting some of the world’s most exquisite pocket watches, the Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo boasts a fascinating legacy. Named after a prominent retailer in Rio de Janeiro, this collection emerged from a collaboration between Patek Philippe and Gondolo & Labouriau, spanning from 1872 to 1927.
- Initially focused on pocket watches, the collection expanded to include wristwatches in the 1920s to meet the growing demand for Swiss-made timepieces. Prior to the brand’s meteoric rise, their Brazilian partner pioneered the “Gondolo Gang”, an innovative marketing initiative that encouraged a new demographic of gentlemen to invest in watches as valuable assets.
- In 1902, Patek Philippe introduced a series of pocket watches inscribed with “Chronometro Gondolo” on the cuvette and sometimes on the dial. The present timepiece is powered by the esteemed cal. 20”’, known for its craftsmanship, and the movement is exceptionally well-preserved, displaying a delightful layer of patina.
- Encased in silver, a rarity among Patek Philippe watches as most are predominantly crafted in 18K gold. In these rare cases, pink gold is usually used for crafting the crown, pendant neck, lip, and hinges to provide an elegant contrast to the silver case. Over the years, an attractive patina has developed on the surface, imparting a unique character to this fine timepiece. It features a crisp white enamel dial with a small seconds sub-dial, while the gold hands offer a striking contrast, showcasing the watch’s tasteful execution both inside and out.
- Beautifully maintained in excellent overall condition, this piece comes with an Extract from the Archives confirming that the well-preserved guilloché caseback is original. This is a remarkable opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of horological history that embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of Patek Philippe.
- Initially focused on pocket watches, the collection expanded to include wristwatches in the 1920s to meet the growing demand for Swiss-made timepieces. Prior to the brand’s meteoric rise, their Brazilian partner pioneered the “Gondolo Gang”, an innovative marketing initiative that encouraged a new demographic of gentlemen to invest in watches as valuable assets.
- In 1902, Patek Philippe introduced a series of pocket watches inscribed with “Chronometro Gondolo” on the cuvette and sometimes on the dial. The present timepiece is powered by the esteemed cal. 20”’, known for its craftsmanship, and the movement is exceptionally well-preserved, displaying a delightful layer of patina.
- Encased in silver, a rarity among Patek Philippe watches as most are predominantly crafted in 18K gold. In these rare cases, pink gold is usually used for crafting the crown, pendant neck, lip, and hinges to provide an elegant contrast to the silver case. Over the years, an attractive patina has developed on the surface, imparting a unique character to this fine timepiece. It features a crisp white enamel dial with a small seconds sub-dial, while the gold hands offer a striking contrast, showcasing the watch’s tasteful execution both inside and out.
- Beautifully maintained in excellent overall condition, this piece comes with an Extract from the Archives confirming that the well-preserved guilloché caseback is original. This is a remarkable opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of horological history that embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of Patek Philippe.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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