PATEK PHILIPPE
Patek Philippe 1491 "Riccio", ‘50s
18k rose gold round case, n.635791, scroll lugs.
White dial, Bauhaus-style arabic numerals.
Hand-winding movement.Leather strap and Patek Philippe 18k rose gold buckle.
Size: 34 mm.
Accompanied by Patek Philippe extract from the archives.
Notes: Reference 1491, produced between 1940 and 1958, is one of the most charismatic watches made by Patek Philippe. Nicknamed "Riccio" because of the scroll lugs similar to a curly lock of hair, the model is also nicknamed "Fernandel" by French collectors, as the famous comedian was known to wear this reference.
