Year: Circa 2015
Reference No: 5196P-001
Movement No: 1’896’981
Case No: 4’353’770
Model Name: Calatrava
Material: Platinum
Calibre: Manual, cal. 215 PS Aig 2, 18 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Attila Aszodi leather strap
Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Patek Philippe pin buckle
Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, product literature, leather wallet, additional strap, fitted presentation box, outer box, and cardboard packaging.

The modern reference 5196P pays tribute to Patek Philippe’s iconic Calatrava references 530 and 570 fitted with Breguet numerals from the 1930s to 1940s. The epitome of a classical dress watch, this timepiece manages the subtle mix of Art Deco and Bauhaus in one watch with a wonderfully contemporary monochromatic dial. The dial is a work of art unto itself with its blend of polished and brushed surfaces, Breguet numerals and half pearl minute markers. The elongated lugs, thin flat bezel and brushed case flanks provide for a sophisticated slim look. In an interesting and anti-conformist move, Patek Philippe decided to do away with a sapphire crystal back and opted instead for a solid caseback, in-line with the original Calatrava models. As with all modern platinum Patek Philippe timepieces, a discrete diamond between the lugs at 6 o'clock indicates the precious and rare metal case. Accompanied by all of its original accessories, the consignor was inspired by Phillips’ previous sale of a steel 570 with black enamel Breguet numerals when he chose the beige, vintage-inspired strap for the current 5196 custom made by Attila Aszodi, and asked for it to be photographed for this catalogue with the beige strap attached.