Patek Philippe 1152/1

PATEK PHILIPPE | REF.1152-1, A LADY'S UNUSUAL PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1940

Case/Movement No: 507'025/841'242 Calibre: 8'''80, manual winding, signed Dial: Silvered, signed Case: 31mm, 18k pink gold, snap-on case back, signed Strap: Non-maker's leather, gold plated buckle, signed Accompaniments: None Patek Philippe reference 1152-1 is a petite gem of Mid-Century elegance. This exquisite 1940s ladies' wristwatch embodies vintage Patek Philippe charm at its most refined. Produced in small numbers during the wartime and immediate postwar era, the Ref. 1152-1 (often noted as 1152/1) features a compact rectangular "bombé" case in 18K rose gold, typically measuring around 16 mm wide by 32 mm lug-to-lug. Its standout characteristic is the distinctive overhanging or flexible lugs, which give the watch a graceful, curved silhouette that hugs the wrist beautifully. The dial is classically simple, often a matte silver or pink-toned field with elegant baton indexes and matching hands, powered by a diminutive rectangular Cal. 8'''80 movement. The curved crystal and polished case details enhance its Art Deco-inspired proportions, making it both delicate and surprisingly wearable. What makes it truly special is its rarity. As a short-lived reference from Patek's golden age of ladies' watches, only a handful of examples have surfaced at auction over the decades. In a world where many vintage Pateks number in the hundreds or thousands, the 1152-1 remains an under-the-radar treasure, prized by connoisseurs for its scarcity, feminine design, and impeccable Geneva craftsmanship. A hidden classic for the discerning collector, the Ref. 1152-1 proves that true elegance often comes in the smallest and rarest packages.