Patek Philippe
Selected from the museum
Historic timepieces are a must-see
The last independent family-owned manufacture in Geneva, Patek Philippe was founded in 1839. Since then, the two founders, Antoine Norbert de Patek and Jean-Adrien Philippe, have adhered to the philosophy of “making the world’s best watches.” By achieving unparalleled quality, reliability and rarity, the company always aims to make the timepiece special for its owner worthy of passing it down from generation to generation.
For the past 10 years, Patek Philippe has been offering a grand exhibition open to the public with a new concept to deepen understanding of its creation, heritage, philosophy and extensive expertise. Dubai (2012), Munich (2013), London (2015), New York (2017) and Singapore (2019) attracted a total of around 165,000 visitors over the past five events. From June 10 of this year, the sixth “Watch Art Grand Exhibition” will be held in Tokyo.
The current model “Ref. 6301P-001” will be exhibited in the Master of Sound Room. Produced in 2020.
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With an exhibition area of more than 2,500 square meters, the exhibition consists of a number of themed rooms. Don’t miss the historic timepieces carefully selected from the Patek Philippe Museum, including watches and movements from all current collections, as well as the oldest portable watches dating back to 1548.
There will also be demonstrations by watchmakers and artisans to deepen understanding of all the techniques involved in haute horlogerie and decoration, passed down from generation to generation. It will also feature limited edition watches created specifically for the exhibition and rare collections inspired by the Japan’s artistic and cultural heritage.
Calibre 89 on display in the Supercomplication Room. Collection of Patek Philippe Museum. Produced in 1989.
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In the triangular plaza of the Shinjuku Sumitomo Building, you can fully enjoy the world of Patek Philippe by recreating the historic salons of rue de la Rhône in Geneva, the Plan-les-Ouat headquarters workshop on the outskirts of the city, and the Patek Philippe Museum. Take this opportunity to experience the “tradition of innovation” nurtured by Patek Philippe, a family-owned manufacture since its founding in 1839.
The Grand Master Chime 5175R-001 is on display in the Super Complications Room. Collection of Patek Philippe Museum. Produced in 2014.
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In a variety of themed rooms
A collection of gems of watches and objects
The exhibition will feature the following eight themed rooms, with approximately 500 clocks and objects on display.
Current Collection Room
Reproduction of the decoration of the Patek Philippe main salon on rue de la Rhône in Geneva. The current collection of the Manufacture Patek Philippe, including new creations for 2023, will be on display, as well as limited edition watches created specifically for the event.
The Star Calibre 2000 will be on display in the Supercomplication Room. Collection of Patek Philippe Museum. Produced in 2000.
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Napoleon Room
A rich reproduction of the atmosphere of the Napoleon Room in the main salon in Geneva. In addition, the scenery of Lake Geneva projected on the large screen will delight the eyes of visitors.
Rare Handicraft Room/
Craftsman Room
Patek Philippe has preserved a number of traditional crafts such as cloisonne, hand engraving, wooden inlay, and jewellery that adorn the exterior of watches. Skilled craftsmen will come to Japan from Geneva to show off some of their skills. Rare handcrafted timepieces specially created for the exhibition will be on display.
Watchmaker Room
Master watchmakers from Patek Philippe will explain in detail the inner workings and virtuosity of mechanical timepieces.
Manufacture Room
Patek Philippe’s extensive collection of movements developed and manufactured entirely in-house will be on display, as well as dedicated areas for component manufacturing processes and R&D. You can take a closer look at the heart of an ultra-complex mechanical watch that you don’t usually get to see.
Master of Sound Room
Patek Showcases Minute Repeaters, one of Philippe’s outstanding fields. The minute repeater is one of the most difficult mechanisms to produce, as it signals the current time, quarter (15 minutes), and fractional minutes with different combinations of sounds. Enjoy the extensive collection of minute repeaters that Patek Philippe produces regularly today.
The first perpetual calendar watch (No. 97 975) on display in the Museum Room/Historic Owners Room. Collection of Patek Philippe Museum. Produced in 1925.
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Super Complications Room
Three supercomplications (ultra-complex timepieces) that are essential to the history of Patek Philippe will be on display. These are the pocket watch Calibre 89 (33 complex functions), the pocket watch Star Calibre 2000 (21 complications) and Patek Philippe’s most complex wristwatch, the Grand Master Chime (20 complex functions).
Museum Room / Historic Owners Room
Like the Patek Philippe Museum, it is divided into two sections: the “Old Collection” (16th ~ early 19th century) and the “Patek Philippe Collection” (since 1839). Don’t miss the curated collection of historic timepieces owned by prominent owners, including Queen Victoria.
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Watch Art Grand Exhibition Tokyo 2023
●Venue
Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Square
(2-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
●Schedule
Saturday, June 10, 2023 ~ Sunday, June 25, 2023
●Opening Hours
10:00-20:00 (Last admission until 19:00)
*10:00-18:00 on the 25th (last admission until 17:00)
●Free admission (advance reservation required)
TEL 0120-933-613 (10:00-18:00 closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
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