Patek Philippe

A refined expression of mid-century Patek Philippe design, the present Reference 2596 Calatrava exemplifies the brand’s pursuit of understated elegance and balanced proportions. Crafted in yellow gold and dating to circa 1960, the watch is distinguished by its clean, restrained aesthetic – hallmarks of the Calatrava lineage. The dial is complemented by applied hour markers at the cardinal hours and printed markers between for a harmonious composition that reflects the enduring design language established by Patek Philippe in the post-war period.

Further enhancing its appeal, the watch is retailed by Gübelin, the esteemed Lucerne-based retailer long associated with some of the finest examples of Swiss watchmaking. The present example is fitted with a Gübelin-signed yellow gold bracelet, executed in a style characteristic of the retailer’s period offerings and evocative of its hourglass emblem. Preserved as a rare set, the watch is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin as well as the original Gübelin invoice, elements that significantly enhance its desirability.