Patek Philippe 560R Extremely Rare Limited production Art Deco Asymmetrical watch, Circa 1938

Introduction:      

This 560R is an Art Deco work of art.  The watch is made in 18K rose gold with Asymmetrical Art Deco designs.  The watch is powered with a 8"' 85 caliber 18-jewel movement # 850831, Case # 618150.  The watch measures 26 x 37mm .  The glossy black dial has rose gold applied hour markers and hands.  The watch is accompanied with a olive green leather strap and plated rose gold buckle.  The watch was made in 1938.  The 560 was made in such small quantities that this is one of about 10 or 11 known to the market

Essay:  

Introduced in 1938, the Reference 560 stands as a masterclass in Art Deco watchmaking and mid-century geometric aesthetics. Produced in extremely limited quantities during the late 1930s and early 1940s, this vintage wristwatch encapsulates an era when Patek Philippe boldly experimenting with case profiles, asymmetrical forms, and striking dial configurations.  There only approximately 10-11 known examples and all of them are rose gold. 

The case is framed by prominent, horn-shaped or conical lugs. These sculptural extensions elongate the profile of the watch, allowing it to wrap seamlessly around the wrist.