Lot Essay
A very rare attractive example of the reference 5135, the present timepiece showcases the continuing alliance between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co.
The "Gondolo Calendario" reference 5135 was introduced to the market in 2004, the distinctive and elegant case shape paying tribute to Patek Philippe's watches from the Art Deco period, underlining the continuous popularity of this celebrated epoch. Today, collectors agree that the discontinued case of the 5135 is one of the modern marvels of the art of case making. In time, it is believed that the 5135 may become the 5020 of another era in its rarity of production and overall aesthetic appeal.
The model is fitted with the automatic caliber 324, incorporating the patented annual calendar function, a proprietary Patek Philippe development introduced in 1996 in the first wristwatch that automatically advances the month, day and date, and only requires a manual correction once a year on March 1.
The "Gondolo Calendario" reference 5135 was introduced to the market in 2004, the distinctive and elegant case shape paying tribute to Patek Philippe's watches from the Art Deco period, underlining the continuous popularity of this celebrated epoch. Today, collectors agree that the discontinued case of the 5135 is one of the modern marvels of the art of case making. In time, it is believed that the 5135 may become the 5020 of another era in its rarity of production and overall aesthetic appeal.
The model is fitted with the automatic caliber 324, incorporating the patented annual calendar function, a proprietary Patek Philippe development introduced in 1996 in the first wristwatch that automatically advances the month, day and date, and only requires a manual correction once a year on March 1.