PATEK PHILIPPE. AN 18K ROSE GOLD MANUAL WIND WRISTWATCH Model: 'Top Hat' Reference: 1450 Date: Purchased 23rd September, 1943 Movement: Cal. 9-90, 18-jewel manual wind, Geneva Seal, no. 835'990 Dial: Salmon Case: 18k rose gold, snap on case back, no. 632'274 Strap/Bracelet: Textured leather strap with gold plated buckle Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle Size: 35 x 25mm Accompaniments: Maker's extract detailing the manufacturer and purchased date Footnotes: Produced from the 1940s through the early 1960s across all four precious metals, the Reference 1450 is one of Patek Philippe's most architectural mid-century dress watches. Defined by its hooded lugs and dramatically domed crystal, the profile famously evokes a classic top hat, earning its nickname 'Top Hat' in English and 'Cinesino' among Italian collectors for its pagoda-like tiered silhouette. This present exceptional 'Pink on Pink' example remains in remarkably well-preserved condition, featuring a crisp case-side hallmark and the legendary Caliber 9-90 manual movement double-stamped with the Geneva Seal. Its sculptural case was crafted by master case maker François Markowski, as denoted by the crisp Geneva Key No. 8 stamped inside the case back. The watch is also accompanied by the Extract from the Archive confirmed its production and sales date. Provenance Christie's Geneva, 18th May 2004, Sale 1316 Lot 140. ***Please note that wristbands made of endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) have shipping restrictions and are for illustration purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to property release or shipping. *** This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Y Lot has been identified at the time of cataloguing as made of or containing certain restricted plant or animal material such as tortoiseshell, coral, whalebone, Brazilian rosewood or certain types of reptilian or other exotic skins, fur or feathers woods that may be subject to import or export restrictions or may otherwise require the granting of one or more export or import licenses or certificates, or that may be subject to similar restrictions regulating intrastate or interstate transport or trade within the United States at the state or federal level, or may be banned from export or import altogether by some countries. Please refer to paragraph 10 in the Conditions of Sale or to the Specialist Department managing the auction for details. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing