Description

The present watch is the Patek Philippe Gondolo 5098R-001, a curvaceous Art Deco homage rendered in warm 18K rose gold.

Inspired by vintage tonneau and cushion forms from Patek Philippe’s early 20th‑century archives, the 5098R features an elegantly arched, cambered case that hugs the wrist. Its polished rose‑gold silhouette frames a finely executed dial with stylized Breguet numerals, leaf hands, and a classic chemin‑de‑fer minute track—an ensemble that captures the spirit of the Gondolo line’s geometrical refinement.

Inside, a hand‑wound Patek Philippe caliber delivers the purest expression of time with hours and minutes, finished to the maison’s stringent standards. A domed sapphire crystal and sapphire display back reveal meticulous detailing, while the brown alligator strap and rose‑gold pin buckle complete the composition.

Graceful proportions, tactile curvature, and period‑correct detailing make the 5098R-001 a quintessential dress watch—distinctive yet understated, and unmistakably Patek Philippe.

Patek Philippe – Bio

Patek Philippe & Co. was founded in 1839, located in Geneva and the Vallée de Joux. It designs and manufactures timepieces and movements, including some of the most complicated mechanical watches. It is considered by many experts and aficionados to be one of the most prestigious watch manufacturers.
In 1868, Patek Philippe made their first wristwatch, which was sold on November 13, 1876 to the Hungarian Countess.
It is the last independent, family-owned Genevan watch manufacture with uninterrupted operating history spanning nearly 180 years.