Description

The present reference 5089G-120 ‘La Jument’ is part of the extraordinarily exclusive ‘Rare Handcrafts’ collection from Patek Philippe. Released under the evocative theme “Lighthouses of France – Sentinels on the Shore,” this white gold Calatrava was produced in an ultra-limited edition of just 10 pieces worldwide. It forms part of a curated tripartite set honoring legendary maritime bastions, standing alongside its sibling references depicting the Breton lighthouse of La Vieille (5089G-121) and the Cassis lighthouse in Provence (5089G-131).

The classic white gold Calatrava case frames a breathtaking, dramatic depiction of the famous Breton lighthouse of La Jument braving a raging oceanic storm. To capture the sheer velocity of the waves and the architectural steadfastness of the tower, Patek Philippe turned to the painstaking art of Grand Feu cloisonné enamel. The artisan shaped between 42 and 44 cm of delicate gold wire—measuring a mere 0.05 x 0.40 mm in cross-section and weighing around 0.20 grams—to partition the dial and outline the tempestuous contours. The cells were subsequently filled with an astonishing palette of 26 to 32 opaque, semi-opaque, translucent, and opalescent enamel colors, before miniature painting on enamel using 4 to 6 colors was applied to deliver the final subtle details. Each dial plate was subjected to 7 to 8 individual firings at intense temperatures of approximately 800°C, ensuring that every individual piece is an unrepeatable, permanent masterpiece of decorative art.

Powering the watch is the ultra-thin self-winding Calibre 240, Patek Philippe’s celebrated movement distinguished by its recessed 22k gold off-center mini-rotor, delivering up to 48 hours of power reserve. The slender architecture of the movement allows the case to maintain a trim, elegant profile on the wrist. Ticking discreetly behind the enameled seascape, the beautifully finished mechanism is visible through a sapphire crystal display back, preserved under an officer-style hinged dust cover that opens to offer an intimate, private view of the maison’s haute horlogerie finishing.

Completed by a hand-stitched alligator strap and a matching 18k white gold pin buckle, this rare reference 5089G-120 merges the pinnacle of Geneva Métiers d’Art with the timeless nobility of Patek Philippe’s legendary Calatrava lineage.

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.