The Maharaja of Patiala - 1916
During 1914 and 1915, the Maison created a small oblong movement called le tuyau (the pipe). A forerunner of the baguette movement, 26 mm long and 6.5 mm thick, this caliber was used in a curved version for an absolutely stunning wristwatch. Made of gold, platinum, and diamonds, the watch stands out thanks to the ingenious craftsmanship of its openworked, chased, and engraved case. This presumably unique piece was commissioned by Sir Bhupinder Singh, Maharaja of Patiala.
