Patek Philippe Calatrava Shreve Crump & Low While these were slow to

While these were slow to be loved by collectors

under the brand Leonidas

‘twisted-lug’ case with a domed

this  stunning timepiece manages to wear larger than its measurements would suggest

This example epitomizes the class that defines Cartier’s brand identity

Patek Philippe Calatrava Shreve Crump & Low While these were slow toPatek Philippe has long been renowned for its intricate watchmaking, but following the stock market crash of 1929, fewer clients had the means to afford these high end timepieces. After securing a controlling interest in the firm, Jean and Charles Henri Stern decided to create a simple watch that would be priced lower and appeal to the firm's clientele. Using the principles espoused by the Bauhaus school and its minimalist, function first philosophy,