Inside Patek Philippe
"Watch Art" Grand Exhibitions
Since 2012, Patek Philippe has organized exhibitions to showcase its creations, philosophy, expertise and Museum.
Exhibiting a Legacy
A Window into our World
We have always placed great importance on sharing our love of fine watchmaking, notably by means of exhibitions. Today, the "Watch Art" Grand Exhibitions are open to the public, offering free admission and encouraging closer acquaintance with the world of Patek Philippe.
October 2026: Milan
We are pleased to announce that our next "Watch Art" Grand Exhibition will take place in Milan, Italy, from October 2nd to October 18th, 2026. Exhibition open to public - free admission.
June 2023: Tokyo
One of the grandest events ever orchestrated by the Manufacture, the "Watch Art" Grand Exhibition in Tokyo marked the debut of six limited editions, including two pioneering technical timepieces, alongside an exquisite array of Rare Handcrafts creations. Over 60,000 guests marveled at nearly 500 timepieces within a 2,500m² space that evoked the Geneva harbor, at Sumitomo Sankaku Hiroba in Shinjuku.
Reconstitution of the emblematic Napoleon Salon from our Geneva Salon.
Grand Complications presentation room
Rare Handcrafts presentation room
Commemorative limited editions of the 2023 "Watch Art" Grand Exhibition in Tokyo
In Tokyo, we presented 40 limited edition Rare Handcrafts pieces.
October 2019: Singapore
During the "Watch Art'' Grand Exhibition in Singapore, collectors, watchmaking enthusiasts, and the public delved into our world, exploring the Geneva Salon, the manufacture, and the Patek Philippe Museum. The event also featured an entire room dedicated to South East Asia. 467 timepieces, including 119 from the Patek Philippe Museum, were on display in the 1,800m² space at Marina Bay Sands Theater, delighting 68,000 visitors.
Singapore historical room
Movements room
Commemorative limited editions of 2019 "Watch Art" Grand Exhibition in Singapore.
In Singapore, we also presented limited edition Rare Handcrafts timepieces.
July 2017: New York
"The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition" showcased 450 timepieces, including 128 from the Patek Philippe Museum and historic pieces with USA-related backgrounds, at the iconic Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. Nearly two years of preparation culminated in the first pavilion of its size at Cipriani, welcoming 27,500 visitors over the course of an event that reaffirmed our deep ties with the United States, a key market since our founding.
Presentation film of "The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition" New York in 2017.
Presentation of the Rare Handcrafts timepieces unveiled in New York.
Spring 2015: London
At the "Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition London" in the Saatchi Gallery, 400 exquisite pieces allowed watch enthusiasts to deepen their knowledge of fine horology and the general public to ignite their passion for watchmaking. The exhibition offered its 42,500 visitors a full immersion into the world of the last independent, family-owned Genevan watch manufacture.
Entrance to the exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery
Current Collection Room
Pocket Watches Room
Movements Room
Reconstitution of the Napoleon Salon from the Geneva Salon
The Grand Complications split-seconds chronograph wristwatch Ref. 5951P-014 was exhibited in 2015.
The Calatrava wristwatch Ref. 5089G-040 with grisaille enamel showcasing London’s landmarks.
The pocket watch Ref. 992/102J-001 with cloisonné enamel was on display in London.
October 2013: Munich
For the first time in Europe, the Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition "KunstWerkUhr" was centered on the Patek Philippe Museum, the workshops, and fine artisanship. Showcasing 474 pieces across 1,200 sqm at the renowned Kunsthalle der HypoVereinsbank art gallery, the exhibition invited 22,000 visitors to immerse themselves in the company's vast universe and explore its rich history dating back to 1839.
Grand Complications Room
Watchmaker Room
Rare Handcrafts Room
The Complications World Time wristwatch Ref. 5130G-020 was presented in Munich.
The dome clock Ref. 1657M-001 with cloisonné enamel was on display during the exhibition.
The pocket watch Ref. 982/169G-001 featuring elements of marquetry was showcased in 2013.
January 2012: Dubai
For the first edition of the “Watch Art” Grand Exhibition, 3,500 visitors explored 400 exhibits showcasing our full collection, including Complications and Grand Complications. Highlights included unique pieces with intricate engraving and enameling, handcrafted dome clocks, and over 60 rare timepieces from our Museum, featuring antique watches from the 16th century and early Patek Philippe creations from the 1860s.
Entrance to the 2012 "Watch Art" Grand Exhibition in Dubai
Rare Handcrafts Room
Reconstitution of the Napoleon Salon from the Geneva Salon
The Calatrava wristwatch Ref. 5077P-064 with cloisonné enamel was showcased in 2012.
The dome clock ref. 1621M-001 with cloisonné enamel was presented in Dubai.
The pocket watch Ref. 982/132G-001 with cloisonné enamel was on display.
