Patek Philippe Metronome
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- In this video, John Reardon presents one of the rarest Patek Philippe novelties that we have ever seen - and it does not tell the time! Instead, this mechanism helps a musician play rhythms accurately by marking beats per minute. In other words, it’s a metronome. Today, many musicians will use an app on their phone to help keep a steady time when practicing music; although, traditionally, we might think of a device with a pendulum that swings back and forth placed on top of a piano. Metronomes have been used for many centuries, but in 1815, a German inventor, Johann Maelzel patented it as a tool for musicians. The word 'metronome' comes from the Greek word metron, meaning to 'measure', and nomos meaning 'regulating’. Why Patek Philippe decided to produce a small number of these pieces between 1880 and 1890 is a mystery. Perhaps a clue lies within the choice of musical notes delicately painted on the enamel dial. John Reardon investigates further in this video about a rarely seen, but important Patek Philippe.
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This type of watch is written about on Peter’s book (in Patek Philippe museum collection). But I thought no one would ever find another one. Here we are, John!
Only John could find such a peculiar PP piece and raise awareness about the existence of such marvel. Nicely done!!!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed learning about the PP metronome.
A Marvelous Patek curiosity piece indeed.
There is a book in their somewhere featuring all of these quirky incredible works of art.
I bought my brother one of the Japanese domestic market seiko metronome watches - and I always thought it looked a little Patek in its styling. Well worth a look if you fancy something different.
Hi John, I didn't know one of your grandfathers was Italian! 🇮🇹😃 I'm not sure I ever knew about the "Marcia Reale d'Ordinanza", although it sounds quite familiar, because of how usually sound the pieces played by military bands, as I hear them from time to time, during public festivities. The PP metronome truly is a fascinating watchmaking Art piece and an authentic treasure chest. I hope it will go to the right hands, better if... in Italy! Ciao, Elio
Thanks Elio!! I regret it wasn't sold back to the homeland but it certainly went to an amazing collector!
I've been so hoping you'd be covering this remarkable timepiece on your channel, thank you so much!
Never stop making brilliant, informative and interesting videos like this. And never chase views! Keep up the good work!
Many thanks for your kind comment. We wouldn't mind some additional views however!
Wow John. Really cool. Keep us advised with what you learn about this piece.
Super cool!
Simply incredible and extremely fascinating.
Thank you for your kind comment. We are so pleased that you enjoyed this video!
@Collectability Small world, my grandfather came to the U.S. after serving in the Italian army in WWI.