Patek Philippe reinterprets its landmark 2009 Ref. 7071 chronograph with the new Gondolo Ladies First collection, launching alongside the inaugural ‘IAM. I WEAR.’ campaign.
Conceived from President Thierry Stern’s desire to offer contemporary women an effortless jewelry watch tailored for intentional daily wear, the collection revives the Art Deco-inspired cushion silhouette that has defined the Gondolo line since its origins. Measuring 31 by 34.8 mm with a slender 8.03 mm profile and curved articulated lugs, the fully polished 18-carat rose gold case sits flush on the wrist while housing the precision Caliber E15 quartz movement, whose components are crafted to the manufacture’s rigorous mechanical standards.
In the opulent Ref. 7043/250R-001, warm rose gold provides a glowing canvas for 687 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 3.11 carats. Precisely graduated stones form 303-diamond concentric swirls at the center of the dial, complemented by 108 flange diamonds, 253 case-set stones, and 23 diamonds on the buckle. Providing striking botanical contrast, 12 trapeze-cut green tsavorite hour markers totaling 0.22 carats are suspended in light-admitting gold chatons, echoed by green Atomic Layer Deposition-coated white gold leaf hands.
Finished with a glossy green square-scaled alligator strap and a diamond-set rose gold prong buckle, the creation radiates vitality and artisanal mastery. By juxtaposing lush emerald-toned tsavorites against warm rose gold and fiery white diamonds, Patek Philippe delivers an unforgettable celebration of color and light.