Since its inception, Patek Philippe has been at the forefront of not only technical mastery but enhancing those mechanical achievements with aesthetic excellence. One of the techniques the maison has mastered is that of cloisonné enamel, a technique where thin gold wires are used as outlines that are then filled with vitreous enamel powder. Once those powders are set, they are fired in a kiln up to 12 times. Though there is a high fail rate, the process of enamel firing dials creates a vivid and resilient image with myriad vibrant colors.

The reference 5075 was first introduced in 2000 as a set of four pieces, and re-released each year with different cloisonné dials. The present 5075 is part of the “Flowers” series, and it is believed that only 10 sets were ever created, and production ceased in 2004. The case design reflects the elegant simplicity Patek Philippe is renowned for, with its bold, tapered bezel and timeless 36mm case diameter. Each rotor on the movement bears an engraving that reflects the floral motif of the dial.

The present watch depicts the flower “Epidendrum Ibaguense”, sometimes called the crucifix orchid or fiery reed orchid. These flowers come in an array of colors, though Patek Philippe chose to use the red variant, and the Latin name comes from the city of Ibagué in Colombia, where the species was first observed and catalogued. Remaining in its factory single seal and offered fresh-to-the-market, this reference 5075 with “red flower” dial is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin and hang tag.