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Lot Essay
Please note that Christie’s has applied for an ‘Extract from the Archives’ from Patek Philippe Archives but the Extract has not yet been issued and may not be available by the date of the auction.
The desirability of the reference 1463, Patek Philippe’s only vintage chronograph with a ‘water-resistant’ case and round chronograph pushers, has never ceased. Around 400 pieces were made in yellow gold from which 160 pieces are known to the market. Considered one the most beautifully designed chronographs of the mid-20th century, reference 1463 is Patek Philippe's regular production vintage chronograph model (aside from the 1563) with screw back case and round pushers.
The dial design seen on this watch can be considered one of the great all-time classics of Patek Philippe, in fact after more than 70 years its influence is still seen to this day in the contemporary chronograph collections. The present watch features a beautifully balanced two-tone dial, made entirely by hand by Stern Frères, the acknowledged masters of the art of dial making, with a silvered outer scale and an off-white center. Stern Frères had always worked very closely with Patek Philippe being the only company with the know-how to make the perfect dials that were essential for their watches. In fact, Stern Frères dials for complicated watches were reserved almost exclusively for Patek Philippe who were additionally offered the first and exclusive choice on each new design or technique as it was developed.
Reference 1463 is one of the most highly prized vintage Patek Philippe chronographs on the market today. The ownership of a 1463 of any type is already regarded as a statement of exclusivity and discernment. The new custodian of this beautiful chronograph will have the honour of beginning the next chapter in its illustrious history.
Reference 1463
Reference 1463, Patek Philippe's only vintage chronograph model with screw back case and round pushers, was produced from 1940 until the mid-1960s. Even though the notion of 'sports watch' is probably an invention of the late 20th century, there is certainly some explanation if one relates the model to this term. In fact, for over half a century there hasn't been any other model by Patek Philippe that better exemplifies the needs of a modern society enjoying outdoor activities and in particular sport during its spare time. In fact, whereas the chronograph movement responds to the sportsman's needs, the beautifully sculpted water-resistant case also protects it from humidity and dust.
The desirability of the reference 1463, Patek Philippe’s only vintage chronograph with a ‘water-resistant’ case and round chronograph pushers, has never ceased. Around 400 pieces were made in yellow gold from which 160 pieces are known to the market. Considered one the most beautifully designed chronographs of the mid-20th century, reference 1463 is Patek Philippe's regular production vintage chronograph model (aside from the 1563) with screw back case and round pushers.
The dial design seen on this watch can be considered one of the great all-time classics of Patek Philippe, in fact after more than 70 years its influence is still seen to this day in the contemporary chronograph collections. The present watch features a beautifully balanced two-tone dial, made entirely by hand by Stern Frères, the acknowledged masters of the art of dial making, with a silvered outer scale and an off-white center. Stern Frères had always worked very closely with Patek Philippe being the only company with the know-how to make the perfect dials that were essential for their watches. In fact, Stern Frères dials for complicated watches were reserved almost exclusively for Patek Philippe who were additionally offered the first and exclusive choice on each new design or technique as it was developed.
Reference 1463 is one of the most highly prized vintage Patek Philippe chronographs on the market today. The ownership of a 1463 of any type is already regarded as a statement of exclusivity and discernment. The new custodian of this beautiful chronograph will have the honour of beginning the next chapter in its illustrious history.
Reference 1463
Reference 1463, Patek Philippe's only vintage chronograph model with screw back case and round pushers, was produced from 1940 until the mid-1960s. Even though the notion of 'sports watch' is probably an invention of the late 20th century, there is certainly some explanation if one relates the model to this term. In fact, for over half a century there hasn't been any other model by Patek Philippe that better exemplifies the needs of a modern society enjoying outdoor activities and in particular sport during its spare time. In fact, whereas the chronograph movement responds to the sportsman's needs, the beautifully sculpted water-resistant case also protects it from humidity and dust.