PATEK PHILIPPE, PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH SCROLL LUGS, REF. 1491
MOVEMENT NO. 964'060, CASE NO. 653'304
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Price Realised CHF 10,080
Estimate
CHF 8,000 - CHF 12,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 21 May 2025
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PATEK PHILIPPE, PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH SCROLL LUGS, REF. 1491
Reference 1491, launched in 1940, is a perfect example of Patek Philippe's continuous search for new and avant-garde innovations, whether in the movement of their watches, or, as in this instance, in the design. The unusual lugs of this model are the progenitor of the new era of watchmaking design that fully dawned in the sixties with unusual case shapes, stepped bezels and fancy lugs.
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Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working; however, a service is recommended. Christie’s does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case: The case is in good condition, with some signs of wear and polishing in the past. The case back shows signs of wear. Both hallmarks are still visible. The lugs appears to have been redone and welded to the case following polishing, in doing so they are not symmetric anymore. The upper right lug is more bent than the others. Dial: The dial has been cleaned in the past. The dial has many stains on its surface, probably from humidity. Oxidation visible towards the bottom of the dial and near the 7 o'clock index. Hands and indexes with scratches and oxidation. Buckle Clasp: Unsigned.
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MOVEMENT NO. 964'060, CASE NO. 653'304PATEK PHILIPPE, PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH SCROLL LUGS, REF. 1491Estimate: CHF 8,000 - 12,000
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