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Lot Essay
The present timepiece was acquired by Quincy Jones in 1981 and was worn by him on numerous occasions, including gala events and concert appearances. It notably accompanied Jones during his close involvement in the creation of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' in 1982, a defining moment not only in his own career but in the history of the global music industry.
Reference 3700
Reference 3700 was manufactured from 1976 to 1998 and is lovingly referred to as the 'Jumbo' Nautilus because of its impressive case diameter, which was daringly oversized when it first came out. One of Patek Philippe's most sought-after designs, the Nautilus has been available over the years in a variety of materials and gem-set variations and is renowned for its exceptional ability to combine sportiness and sophisticated elegance.
On April 23, 1976, the original Nautilus' patented case design (reference 3700⁄1) was registered. Its construction is composed of two parts: the main case body and the bezel. A characteristic 'ear' on each side attaches to a matching flange, and the two components are fastened together with lateral screws. To ensure water resistance, a rubber gasket between the case body and bezel is compressed under water pressure. Favre-Perret SA in Le Crêt-du-Locle produced cases for Patek Philippe between 1976 and 1980. The reference was changed to 3700⁄11 when production was moved in-house to Patek Philippe's Ateliers Réunis in 1980.
The Nautilus reference 3700's movement, which is generally considered to be among the best automatic calibres ever made, is another important factor. The ultra-thin calibre 28-255 is based on the legendary calibre 920 developed by Jaeger-LeCoultre in 1967. With a thickness of only 3.15 mm, it perfectly complements the Nautilus's streamlined design. The 12.5-line movement has 36 jewels and beats at 19,800 vibrations per hour. Its eight movable weights and shock-protected, free-sprung Gyromax balance enable accurate control without the need for a conventional index. Ingeniously crafted as a beryllium ring with a 21K gold rim and held up by four ruby rollers around its edge, the winding rotor ensures effective winding while maintaining the movement's remarkable thinness.
An iconic rarity in its own right, it is estimated that approximately 700 examples of reference 3700/1JA were produced.
Quincy Jones
Throughout his career, Quincy Jones has continuously pushed artistic and cultural boundaries, making him one of the most influential figures in American music. He transformed the musical landscape as a songwriter, producer, composer, and arranger by fusing pop, soul, jazz, and hip-hop into innovative works. Beyond his accomplishments in music, Jones was instrumental in changing the industry as a whole. He was the first Black executive at a major American record label and opened doors in film scoring during a period when there were very few opportunities for Black composers.
Over the decades, Jones has been behind some of the most iconic works in modern music history. He led the worldwide charity single 'We Are the World', which sold over 20 million copies and raised over $63 million for humanitarian aid in Africa, and produced Michael Jackson's 'Thriller', the best-selling album of all time. His reputation as one of the most significant producers of the 20th century has been solidified by his ability to combine artistic brilliance with cultural influence.
Jones, who has won an Emmy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award in addition to an incredible 28 Grammy Awards, is one of the few multidisciplinary talents to have attained EGOT status. In addition to exhibiting unparalleled creative versatility, his career has had a long-lasting impact on both the music industry and larger cultural history.
Reference 3700
Reference 3700 was manufactured from 1976 to 1998 and is lovingly referred to as the 'Jumbo' Nautilus because of its impressive case diameter, which was daringly oversized when it first came out. One of Patek Philippe's most sought-after designs, the Nautilus has been available over the years in a variety of materials and gem-set variations and is renowned for its exceptional ability to combine sportiness and sophisticated elegance.
On April 23, 1976, the original Nautilus' patented case design (reference 3700⁄1) was registered. Its construction is composed of two parts: the main case body and the bezel. A characteristic 'ear' on each side attaches to a matching flange, and the two components are fastened together with lateral screws. To ensure water resistance, a rubber gasket between the case body and bezel is compressed under water pressure. Favre-Perret SA in Le Crêt-du-Locle produced cases for Patek Philippe between 1976 and 1980. The reference was changed to 3700⁄11 when production was moved in-house to Patek Philippe's Ateliers Réunis in 1980.
The Nautilus reference 3700's movement, which is generally considered to be among the best automatic calibres ever made, is another important factor. The ultra-thin calibre 28-255 is based on the legendary calibre 920 developed by Jaeger-LeCoultre in 1967. With a thickness of only 3.15 mm, it perfectly complements the Nautilus's streamlined design. The 12.5-line movement has 36 jewels and beats at 19,800 vibrations per hour. Its eight movable weights and shock-protected, free-sprung Gyromax balance enable accurate control without the need for a conventional index. Ingeniously crafted as a beryllium ring with a 21K gold rim and held up by four ruby rollers around its edge, the winding rotor ensures effective winding while maintaining the movement's remarkable thinness.
An iconic rarity in its own right, it is estimated that approximately 700 examples of reference 3700/1JA were produced.
Quincy Jones
Throughout his career, Quincy Jones has continuously pushed artistic and cultural boundaries, making him one of the most influential figures in American music. He transformed the musical landscape as a songwriter, producer, composer, and arranger by fusing pop, soul, jazz, and hip-hop into innovative works. Beyond his accomplishments in music, Jones was instrumental in changing the industry as a whole. He was the first Black executive at a major American record label and opened doors in film scoring during a period when there were very few opportunities for Black composers.
Over the decades, Jones has been behind some of the most iconic works in modern music history. He led the worldwide charity single 'We Are the World', which sold over 20 million copies and raised over $63 million for humanitarian aid in Africa, and produced Michael Jackson's 'Thriller', the best-selling album of all time. His reputation as one of the most significant producers of the 20th century has been solidified by his ability to combine artistic brilliance with cultural influence.
Jones, who has won an Emmy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award in addition to an incredible 28 Grammy Awards, is one of the few multidisciplinary talents to have attained EGOT status. In addition to exhibiting unparalleled creative versatility, his career has had a long-lasting impact on both the music industry and larger cultural history.