Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts Collection for Milan Grand Exhibition 2026
Patek Philippe has unveiled the initial pieces from its Rare Handcrafts collection designed for the upcoming Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Milan 2026. The collection draws inspiration from Italian themes, with the first revealed items being a pocket watch and a dome clock celebrating "la dolce vita."
The pocket watch ref. 992/193J-001 "Burano" features enamel decoration inspired by the streets of the Venetian island Burano, utilizing cloisonné for buildings and figures and paillonné for the waterway.
The Dome Clock ref. 20179M-001 "Sicilian Oranges" depicts Palermo with an orange grove in the foreground, primarily using cloisonné enamel, requiring approximately 15 meters of gold wire.
The Watch Art Grand Exhibition Milan 2026 will take place from October 2-18, 2026, at the CityOval exhibition hall in Milan.