Patek PhilippeGondolo

KEY FACTS

• The Gondolo line takes its name and inspiration name from the ‘Chronometro Gondolo’ watches created by Patek for the Brazilian jewellers Gondolo & Labouriau in Rio de Janeiro in 1902
• Since then, Patek Philippe has adopted this name to define a range of watches with unusual (non-round) shapes and designs
• This example from the 90s has an elegant rectangular stepped case, which invokes the design of the Gondolo made by Patek Philippe during the 1930s
• A highly-legible white dial with black period Arabic numeral indices and a small seconds counter at six o’clock continue the watch’s Art Deco theme
• The 18k gold case is paired with a black alligator strap finished with an 18K yellow gold pin buckle
• Beneath the caseback beats Patek Philippe’s manual-winding calibre 215PS, which runs at 28,800 VPH and has a 44-hour power reserve
• Sleek, thin profile design (just 7mm) with gently curved case shape helping to provide a comfortable and ergonomic fit on the wrist
• Purchased from Patek Philippe in Geneva in 1995
• Offered by a private collector in the United Kingdom, alongside the original Patek Philippe display box and welcome letter
• Graded ‘A’ for condition by the vendor who reports the watch to be in good working order, with some marks and wear commensurate with age

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