Case Dimensions - 28mm x 32mm
Movement - Mechanical
Contents - No Box, No Papers
Year - Circa 1990s
When most watch enthusiasts hear the word Ellipse, their minds immediately jump to Jean-Daniel Rubeli’s iconic design for Patek Philippe. During the 1970s and 1980s, many watchmakers were experimenting with dress watches—pushing boundaries with unconventional case shapes, woven gold bracelets, and daring aesthetics.
This Audemars Piguet is a brilliant example of that creative era. The watch features an intricate plaited rope-style case that spills onto a fully hallmarked woven bracelet. Its bold texture is set in striking contrast to the slate-grey diamond-set dial, where a discreet “Audemars Piguet” at 12 o’clock allows the gems to take centre stage.
Adding to its vintage charm, the bracelet bears a modest “AP” signature—an understated yet confident detail that embodies the brand’s timeless elegance. Remarkably preserved in new old stock condition, this piece is a rare survivor of a period defined by bold, playful, and unconventional design.
Far from being overshadowed by its better-known contemporaries, this Audemars Piguet Ellipse stands as a testament to the creativity and daring spirit of watchmaking in the 70s and 80s.
Case Dimensions - 28mm x 32mm
Movement - Mechanical
Contents - No Box, No Papers
Year - Circa 1990s
When most watch enthusiasts hear the word Ellipse, their minds immediately jump to Jean-Daniel Rubeli’s iconic design for Patek Philippe. During the 1970s and 1980s, many watchmakers were experimenting with dress watches—pushing boundaries with unconventional case shapes, woven gold bracelets, and daring aesthetics.
This Audemars Piguet is a brilliant example of that creative era. The watch features an intricate plaited rope-style case that spills onto a fully hallmarked woven bracelet. Its bold texture is set in striking contrast to the slate-grey diamond-set dial, where a discreet “Audemars Piguet” at 12 o’clock allows the gems to take centre stage.
Adding to its vintage charm, the bracelet bears a modest “AP” signature—an understated yet confident detail that embodies the brand’s timeless elegance. Remarkably preserved in new old stock condition, this piece is a rare survivor of a period defined by bold, playful, and unconventional design.
Far from being overshadowed by its better-known contemporaries, this Audemars Piguet Ellipse stands as a testament to the creativity and daring spirit of watchmaking in the 70s and 80s.