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Lot Essay
This fabulous and incredibly rare complete set of four white gold Patek Philippe reference 5075G ‘Birds of Paradise’ wristwatches with rare handicrafts ‘Grand Feu’ cloisonné enamel dials is presented in exceptional condition.
The chief glory of these superb and colourful timepieces is the magnificent hand-made cloisonné enamel dials by Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division. Paying tribute to the excellence of Patek Philippe’s world-class enamellists, the wonderful rich tonal shades used by the artist in creating these masterpieces accurately captures the exotic beauty of the four birds of paradise.
The four birds depicted in the cloisonné enamel dials are:
1 - Hoopoes, found across Africa, Asia and Europe;
2 - The Nébuleux bird, Paradisea nigricans;
3 - The Lesser Bird of Paradise, found in the forests of New Guinea
4 - Two Paradisaea rubra or Red Bird of Paradise
Reference 5075G is further distinguished by its sapphire display back through which Patek Philippe’s famous automatic calibre 240 movement with its gold rotor specially engraved with birds can be admired.
Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division is dedicated to the preservation of the eclectic artisanal skills that have been associated with horology for over 400 years. The continuing use of these precious techniques in modern watchmaking contributes to their survival whilst at the same time delighting and impressing collectors and connoisseurs. The resplendent set of watches offered here pays tribute to Patek Philippe’s devotion to keeping these ancient crafts alive and demonstrates the mastery of techniques and subjects that enhance and enrich Patek Philippe’s enduring appeal and reputation for excellence in all aspects of watchmaking.
The wristwatches with rare handicrafts cloisonné enamel dials, always made in very small editions are always eagerly awaited as iconic and highly collectable horological works of art.
The chief glory of these superb and colourful timepieces is the magnificent hand-made cloisonné enamel dials by Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division. Paying tribute to the excellence of Patek Philippe’s world-class enamellists, the wonderful rich tonal shades used by the artist in creating these masterpieces accurately captures the exotic beauty of the four birds of paradise.
The four birds depicted in the cloisonné enamel dials are:
1 - Hoopoes, found across Africa, Asia and Europe;
2 - The Nébuleux bird, Paradisea nigricans;
3 - The Lesser Bird of Paradise, found in the forests of New Guinea
4 - Two Paradisaea rubra or Red Bird of Paradise
Reference 5075G is further distinguished by its sapphire display back through which Patek Philippe’s famous automatic calibre 240 movement with its gold rotor specially engraved with birds can be admired.
Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division is dedicated to the preservation of the eclectic artisanal skills that have been associated with horology for over 400 years. The continuing use of these precious techniques in modern watchmaking contributes to their survival whilst at the same time delighting and impressing collectors and connoisseurs. The resplendent set of watches offered here pays tribute to Patek Philippe’s devotion to keeping these ancient crafts alive and demonstrates the mastery of techniques and subjects that enhance and enrich Patek Philippe’s enduring appeal and reputation for excellence in all aspects of watchmaking.
The wristwatches with rare handicrafts cloisonné enamel dials, always made in very small editions are always eagerly awaited as iconic and highly collectable horological works of art.