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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 present reference 3585, which is now considered an undeniable vintage classic, embodies the striking and unique aesthetics of the 1970s. Its most notable invention is its hand-setting and back winding mechanism, which was an unusual choice for a gentleman's watch at the time but was required by the caliber 350 movement's bidirectional peripheral winding rotor. The architecture of this movement, which was in use from 1969 to 1985, did away with the necessity for a conventional winding stem, giving Patek Philippe's designers greater freedom to play with form. A sleek, architectural case profile with strong proportions and clean lines was ultimately the result. Its stunning blue dial with a textured finish, which conveys sophistication and undeniable vintage charm, is its true highlight.
Beyer Chronometrie Zurich
The longest-running partnership ever established by either company is that between Patek Philippe and Beyer Chronometrie, which began in the early years of the Geneva-based manufacturer's existence. Since the Stern family purchased Patek Philippe in 1932, their relationship has grown beyond business to include a strong sense of friendship and respect for one another. As a testament to the trust and shared history between these two historic houses, Beyer Chronometrie was given the honor of opening the first Patek Philippe Boutique in Switzerland to be managed by a retailer in July 2011.
The present reference 3585, which is now considered an undeniable vintage classic, embodies the striking and unique aesthetics of the 1970s. Its most notable invention is its hand-setting and back winding mechanism, which was an unusual choice for a gentleman's watch at the time but was required by the caliber 350 movement's bidirectional peripheral winding rotor. The architecture of this movement, which was in use from 1969 to 1985, did away with the necessity for a conventional winding stem, giving Patek Philippe's designers greater freedom to play with form. A sleek, architectural case profile with strong proportions and clean lines was ultimately the result. Its stunning blue dial with a textured finish, which conveys sophistication and undeniable vintage charm, is its true highlight.
Beyer Chronometrie Zurich
The longest-running partnership ever established by either company is that between Patek Philippe and Beyer Chronometrie, which began in the early years of the Geneva-based manufacturer's existence. Since the Stern family purchased Patek Philippe in 1932, their relationship has grown beyond business to include a strong sense of friendship and respect for one another. As a testament to the trust and shared history between these two historic houses, Beyer Chronometrie was given the honor of opening the first Patek Philippe Boutique in Switzerland to be managed by a retailer in July 2011.