Pocket Watch Rare Handcrafts Dante
Reference 995/151G-001
765 900 €
The Patek Philippe Pocket Watch Rare Handcrafts Dante, identified by the reference 995/151G-001, uniquely celebrates Dante Alighieri alongside the inspiration of the Divine Comedy. This exceptional piece was unveiled at the 2026 Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Milan. Its case-back features an intricate decoration inspired by Sandro Botticelli's circa 1495 portrait of the poet, incorporating elements from his illustrations related to the poem. The artwork integrates a blend of 14 transparent and opaque enamel hues, enhanced by miniature painting utilizing six additional colors. Dante is set against a rich blue backdrop adorned with gold-powder stars, encased within an architectural design that echoes themes from Botticelli's illustrations of the Divine Comedy. The artistry employs multiple layers of transparent enamel, termed flux, which not only protect the decoration but also amplify its color vibrancy in accordance with the Geneva technique, requiring over 25 firings at an impressive 800°C.
The dial showcases a distinct Grand Feu cloisonné design. Approximately 19 cm of delicate gold wire, weighing around 0.1 grams, frames the decoration, while tonal transitions of the laurel leaves are crafted with 15 colors of opaque and transparent enamel. Gold-powder stars function as hour markers, accompanied by elegantly shaped white gold hands that indicate the time alongside a small-seconds display. Measuring 44.1 mm in diameter and 9.15 mm thick, the watch's white gold case features a solid back and is adorned with meticulous hand-engraved lines on the bow and the band encircling the crown, topped with a blue enamel cabochon. The watch safeguards against humidity and dust but is not rated for water resistance. Inside, the manually wound caliber 17''' LEP PS operates at a frequency of 2.5 Hz, includes a Breguet balance spring, and ensures a minimum power reserve of 50 hours, all bearing the prestigious Patek Philippe Seal. Completing this impressive package is a white gold stand, accentuated by sections of rutilated quartz atop a lapis pyrite base, along with a white gold chain featuring a blue enamel medallion.
Specifications
General
- Reference
- 995/151G-001
- Collection
- Pocket Watches
- Limited edition
- Yes, 1 unit
- Production
- 2026
Case
- Material
- White Gold
- Shape
- Round
- Diameter
- 44.1 mm
- Thickness
- 9.12 mm
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Case back
- Hinged
Dial
- Color
- Multi-Color
- Material
- Enamel
- Finish
- Gloss
- Indexes
- Arabic Numerals
- Hands
- Feuille
Movement
- Caliber / type
- Patek Philippe caliber 17''' LEP PS
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