Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2292/2J Ladies Tegolino hour glass watch, made in 18 Karat yellow gold with raised gold hour markers silver white dial, retailed by Tiffany, The watch measures 33 x 15 mm with a original facet crystal and domes curved case design. The watch is fitted with a 13.5-320 manual wind mechanical movement . The Watch was made in 1969, and further is accompanied with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale in 1970.
Essay:
The Patek Philippe Reference 2292, affectionately known by its Italian moniker "Tegolino" (meaning "small tile"), is a masterclass in mid-century horological restraint and architectural elegance. Produced primarily during the 1950s (with examples typically dating from 1955 to 1957), this vintage ladies' wristwatch captures an era when a timepiece was expected to double as fine jewelry. Unlike the ubiquitous round or standard rectangular dress watches of the mid-20th century, the Ref. 2292 stands out through its distinct curved, domed, and stepped rectangular profile.