Treasures from the Patek Philippe Museum

Format: 25 x 28 cm, 208 pages
Two richly illustrated books of the highest quality in a slipcase about one of the most coveted brands of our time.
240 rare watches from the history of watchmaking.
Two exquisite books for collectors and lovers of luxury watches.

Patek Philippe is an innovative, exclusive, and incredibly elegant family-owned company with a long tradition of excellence and a unique reputation, whose goal has always been to perfect the watch. The timepieces presented here are a selection from over 3,000 exhibits displayed at the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva, which are among the most valuable pieces in watch history. These precious timepieces have been passionately assembled over a period of more than 40 years by Philippe Stern, the honorary president of the company. Peter Friess, director of the Patek Philippe Museum, provides expert curatorial insights into the collections and creates a historical context for these masterpieces. From the collection of historical watches featuring the first portable timepieces from the 16th century to the innovative milestones in Patek Philippe's portfolio since its founding in 1839, all watches in these books are artfully reproduced to highlight their beauty and precision – one can almost hear the ticking of the watches. These unparalleled mechanisms are not only presented on their own but also offer a glimpse into the exciting cultural history of the last 500 years. The design, book layout, and content of these magnificently illustrated books meet the highest professional standards and align with the excellence of the Patek Philippe brand – they are the perfect books for the "perfect watch.".