Omega
Ladies' white gold rectangular wristwatch
This vintage Omega ladies' cocktail watch seamlessly captures the glamorous, experimental aesthetic of late 1960s and early 1970s Swiss horology. Radiating mid-century elegance, the timepiece centers on a minimalist, cream-toned square dial punctuated by sleek baton hour indices and classic pencil hands. What truly defines this rare accessory is its striking, integrated wide bracelet, meticulously crafted with an intricate, deeply textured abstract pattern reminiscent of volcanic bark or hand-carved filigree. Operating on a traditional manual-winding mechanical movement, this exquisite piece transcends mere timekeeping, doubling as a highly sophisticated statement jewel that embodies the era's signature blend of bold texture and refined luxury.
- Brand
- Omega
- Category
- Watches
- Model
- Omega Ladies' Cocktail Watch
- Movement
- Mechanical Manual-wiinding
- Dimension
- 17mm
- Case material
- White gold
- Bracelet material
- White Gold
- Condition
- NOS
Catalogue note
This striking ladies' cocktail wristwatch is a quintessential exemplar of Omega’s avant-garde jewelry design from the turn of the 1970s, a period when Swiss horology heavily integrated with haute joaillerie. Departing from traditional, highly polished watch construction, this lot showcases a masterful exploration of organic texture, centering on an expansive, integrated bracelet featuring a deeply carved, brutalist-inspired filigree pattern. The diminutive, minimalist square dial serves as a restrained architectural anchor against the dramatic, sprawling geometry of the openwork metal band. Powered by a classic manual-winding miniature caliber, this time-telling jewel perfectly encapsulates an era of bold experimentation, translating the rugged textures of nature into an elegant statement of mid-century luxury.