c. 1930 Illinois "Rockcliffe" Vintage Mens Art Deco Model 216 Watch - Uncommon Solid 14K Gold Illinois Bruder Klumak the very fine caliber 552

the very fine caliber 552 movement with fine swans neck regulation has been freshly expertly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker

The Espace line has been displayed in major design retrospectives and referenced by museum curators as an example of wearable art - it's the kind of object that could sit comfortably in a museum of modern design because of the way in which it reflects the same spirit of innovation and sculptural purity celebrated by the great modern designers of its era

Silver dial with easy to read black topped gold markers

keeping time essentially like a new Cartier in our testing position

This is not merely a well-kept vintage Patek

c. 1930 Illinois "Rockcliffe" Vintage Mens Art Deco Model 216 Watch - Uncommon Solid 14K Gold Illinois Bruder Klumak the very fine caliber 552Today's offering showcases this very uncommon first edition Illinois Rockcliffe. It is one of only a couple handful of models the company made in solid 14K gold. Unlike most other manufacturers, solid gold wristwatches were a true rarity for Illinois. Its curved inner bezel is especially attractive and non traditional, and its lugs have a greated faceted design. Its Art Deco design is a bit suggestive of the glittering elegance associated with 1930's