In 1968, Patek Philippe introduced the Ellipse series—a golden ellipse drawn from the golden ratio. This was watchmaking as a blend of geometry, philosophy, and sculpture.
While most dress watches clung to the safety of round cases, the Ellipse glided effortlessly into view. Perfection at first glance. This mid-1980s reference, framed in 18k yellow gold, is pure elegance. The dial, often mistaken for lapis lazuli, is in fact “blue gold”: solid 18k gold transformed through a patented process to evoke a deep, iridescent blue. Gold stick markers and matching hands float effortlessly across its surface. The pairing of blue and gold is timeless. Throughout history, gold has symbolized the sun, power, permanence, and authority, while blue has represented the heavens, royalty, truth, and loyalty. In color theory, they sit at opposite extremes, and when brought together, they create balance, harmony,
The Ellipse was the work of Jean-Daniel Rubeli, not Gerald Genta, as is so often misattributed. Rubeli, Patek Philippe’s Head of Creation at the time, reimagined the wristwatch not simply as an object of timekeeping but as an expression of harmony, proportion, a perfect jewel on the wrist.
We love what happens when Swiss precision meets Italian modernism. Time and color are given a shape worthy of eternity.
Maker: Patek Philippe
Model: Ellipse 3548
Year: 1970s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: Blue over Gold
Case Measurement: 27mm x 32mm
Movement: Manual Wind
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 81.5 Grams
Size: Fits a 6.75" Wrist
Includes: Patek Philippe Travel Pouch
Made in Switzerland
All vintage and pre-owned watches sold by Stephanie Windsor are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We also guarantee the proper functioning of your watch’s mechanical movement for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Our warranty does not cover damage resulting from accidents, misuse, neglect, water damage or normal wear and tear. Please note that we do not guarantee waterproofing on vintage or pre-owned timepieces. We therefore do not recommend submerging your timepiece in water or any liquid.
