One of collector’s favourite, the Patek Philippe Ellipse collection with its golden ratio has charmed the maison catalogue since 1968. Original with harmonious proportions that are instantly pleasing to the eyes, the lineage began with the reference 3546 and 3548 featuring the famous, patented blued gold dial. Throughout its production, the Ellipse collection celebrated a myriad of dials, material and bracelet options.

The present Horizontal Ellipse reference 3845 was launched in circa 1976 as a successor of the ref. 3745. With a different orientation on the golden ratio, Patek Philippe began exploring more possibilities on the dial. The series features dials with playful precious stones mounted into geometric patterns such as lapis, onyx and mother-of-pearl with integrated bracelet.

An attractive art deco design, the present 32mm ref. 3845 has an unusual horizontal Ellipse shape that features four extended lugs to be worn on straps with its equally beautiful Ellipse-shaped pin buckle. Dressed in gold and well-preserved with strong hallmarks, the sigma dial is classical with refined black Roman numerals. Furthermore, it is double-signed Gübelin at 6 o’ clock that connoisseurs would appreciate.

Powered by the manual wound calibre 215 revealed under a snapped caseback, the movement is further stamped with a Geneva seal. Fresh-to-the-auction-market, this is the third publicly known Gübelin signed ref. 3845J.