A timepiece befitting the contemporary woman requires thought, and the Ladies Automatic Nautilus, Daniel Goh discovers, is one prime example of it.
When Patek Philippe launched the first Nautilus in 1976 with the stainless-steel cased Ref. 3700/1A, it used an almost prescient tag line: “One of the world’s costliest watches is made of steel.” While not the most expensive timepiece today in absolute terms, the Nautilus stands out in Patek Philippe’s line-up for having steel watches that are more coveted than similar models in gold or platinum – often with a corresponding price premium.
The Nautilus has also grown beyond a single model into a collection that includes complications from moonphase indicators to chronographs, and even a high complication in the Nautilus Perpetual Calendar Ref. 5740/1. Today, it remains one of the world’s most sought-after luxury sports watches, with some models rumoured to have waiting lists of up to eight years.
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ABSOLUMENT FAB
France's premier fair for fine-art and antiques returns for its third edition inside its new home in the Grand Palais.
Through the Director's Lens
Filmmaker JIA ZHANGKE and his protégé RAFAEL MANUEL share their perspectives on life, cinema and their current projects.
SAILING INTO A DREAM
Scenes from the fantasy feature Game of Thrones come to life in the otherworldly landscapes of the Arctic Circle.
THE CUTTING EDGE
Having long played quiet supporting roles in the gem industry, gem cutters are finally having their day in the sun. Four acclaimed independent master gem cutters share more about their love of the craft and the creation of their best pieces.
Spheres of Power
Following up on the gold- and titanium-focused Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams launch collection, the superstar now turns to pearls for a softer, but no less striking, second act.
Horological Masterpieces Reimagined
Beyond the wrist, these timekeepers transcend all traditional boundaries.
WILD IMAGINATION
Cartier's latest category-spanning Panthère de Cartier novelties showcase the endless ways in which the panther continues to inspire.
READY FOR ACTION
The latest watch to come from the celebrated Richard Mille and McLaren partnership looks set to be another trailblazing timepiece.
THE RIGHT ANGLES
Twenty-five years after the launch of its last new collection, Twenty-4, Patek Philippe introduces the Cubitus range.
IN THE MIX
What we enjoy about fine jewellery by established luxury houses is that their relatively minimalist designs and cohesive codes make them ideal for stacking and mixing in various ways.
