Patek Philippe Art -deco Pocket Watch. 18k White Gold. Switzerland, 1930s

Exceptional Patek Philippe pocket watch from the 1930s, a true jewel of art deco design, made in Switzerland in solid 18K white gold. This model, of great rarity, has been preserved with extraordinary care and is presented in magnificent aesthetic and mechanical condition. Its strictly geometric and refined design follows the fundamental principles of art deco: sobriety, balance, and straight lines. Just observing its silvered dial reveals the elegance of its applied Arabic numerals, whose layout follows a perfectly aligned inclination with the curvature of the case, generating an irresistible visual harmony.

The winding crown, solid and functional, integrates discreetly into the overall design, while the smooth case back, without engravings, reinforces the sobriety and formal purity of the piece. Inside the lid appear the authenticity marks: the name of the manufacturer, the 18K gold indication, and the serial number 416323, along with a curious engraved inscription with the date 25-1-1934, next to what appears to be a reference to 1919. It most likely commemorates a 25th anniversary, which adds a commemorative and even symbolic nuance to this magnificent specimen.

The movement, completely original, is signed by the prestigious house Patek Philippe & Cie Genève and numbered no. 822000. Clearly visible are the wolf’s tooth gears, characteristic of Genevan manufacture and a sign of its unparalleled technical quality. The movement is in excellent working condition, which makes this piece not only a collector's item but also a fully functional watch.

It is accompanied by a fine original period chain with interlaced art deco design links, also in 18K white gold, although with no visible hallmarks. Its design complements the watch with discreet elegance, without stealing its spotlight but reinforcing its exclusive character.

It is difficult to find examples from this manufacture and period in such complete and elegant condition. A safe investment that combines history, aesthetics, and Swiss reliability. This watch is ideal to enrich a collection of fine watchmaking, to gift to someone special, or as a solid patrimonial investment.

A piece with soul and character. Do not miss the opportunity to acquire a watch with this uniqueness.

Measurements: 44 mm (1.73 in). Weight: 61 g.

History of Patek Philippe

Founded in Geneva in 1839 by Antoni Patek and Adrien Philippe, the Patek Philippe firm is synonymous with watchmaking excellence. From its beginnings, the manufacture distinguished itself through its mastery in the creation of complicated movements, innovative mechanisms, and a finishing quality that borders on perfection. It was Adrien Philippe who developed the keyless winding system, a revolutionary innovation at the time. For more than 180 years, the house has kept its production in Switzerland, manufacturing each component in-house, which gives it absolute independence in design and quality control.

Patek Philippe has been a watch supplier to European royalty, including members of the Russian Imperial House and Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Among its famous clients are also Albert Einstein, Pablo Picasso, and John F. Kennedy. The firm has remained one of the most desired in the world of high-end collecting, standing out for its complicated models such as perpetual calendars, minute repeaters, and of course chronographs.

The art deco style, in which the piece presented here is inscribed, was adopted by the brand in the 1920s and 1930s, successfully combining its technical excellence with a sober, modern, and geometric aesthetic. Today, Patek Philippe pocket watches from that period are considered masterpieces of design and represent one of the most solid investments in the antique watch market. Their historical, artistic, and technical value continues to grow year after year, which makes each example a unique and unrepeatable piece.