.jpg?w=1)
.jpg?w=1)
.jpg?w=1)
Lot Essay
Introduced during the 1970s to complement the elegant Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse wristwatch line, the Golden Ellipse lighters reflected the same refined aesthetic and exceptional craftsmanship associated with Patek Philippe. The manufacturer is thought to have commissioned Colibri, a company known for making premium gas lighters, to make these luxurious accessories. Each lighter, which embodied the subtle elegance typical of the Ellipse collection, was carved from a solid block of 18k gold and finished to the highest decorative standards.
Patek Philippe would 'accept your order for an enameled pocket watch with a motif of your choice, or a hand-engraved or enameled Golden Ellipse lighter', according to a 1978 company brochure. The rarest variations are thought to have been enamel-decorated models, such as the present lighter, which combine the technical accuracy of Colibri's craftsmanship with the decorative artistry of the Maison. Such remarkable items sold for up to $8,000 by the middle of the 1980s, demonstrating their uniqueness and collector appeal.
Patek Philippe would 'accept your order for an enameled pocket watch with a motif of your choice, or a hand-engraved or enameled Golden Ellipse lighter', according to a 1978 company brochure. The rarest variations are thought to have been enamel-decorated models, such as the present lighter, which combine the technical accuracy of Colibri's craftsmanship with the decorative artistry of the Maison. Such remarkable items sold for up to $8,000 by the middle of the 1980s, demonstrating their uniqueness and collector appeal.