Patek Philippe Ellipse - 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Gold Plate which is a nice detail

which is a nice detail to have

meaning no two examples are exactly alike

Dial: White Stick

This reference 4132 from 1976 is a powerful example of that philosophy

A small Cellini with real personality

Patek Philippe Ellipse - 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Gold Plate which is a nice detailA Study In Pure Form The Patek Philippe Ellipse was a direct response to the era's obsession with steel tool watches. Introduced in 1968 and based on the ancient Greek "golden ratio," its shape was a deliberate move toward pure, uninterrupted design. This example, with its horizontal "landscape" orientation, is a particularly elegant expression of that ethos. The addition of a flawless black onyx dial transforms the watch from a simple dress piece