From 19 to 25 May, London will host an exhibition of one of the most fabulous private collections in the world. In a truly unique and exceptional move, one of the greatest watch collectors in the world has decided to step out of anonymity to lay the first stone of what could one day become a new artistic category. Watchmaking has everything to gain from such an initiative. We owe it to Patrick Getreide, a French industrialist and an enthusiast among enthusiasts, whom we are delighted to introduce to you.
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- What is your finest watch acquisition?
- What is your favourite watch complication?
- What passions do you have besides watchmaking?
- How would you define luxury?
- Which brand best embodies luxury in your view?
- Which figure, historical or contemporary, inspires you?
- Which quality do you value most in others, and which flaw do you regret having?
- Is there a quotation you are particularly fond of?
Mr Getreide, which watch are you wearing as we speak?
I am wearing my Patek Philippe Calatrava, ref. 5190.
What is your finest watch acquisition?
The Henry Graves tourbillon chronometer watch.
What is your favourite watch complication?
Minute repeaters.
What passions do you have besides watchmaking?
Women and football.
What would be your dream car?
The Aston Martin Superleggera.
What are your favourite dish and wine?
I am a great lover of Japanese cuisine, but my favourite dish remains black cod. As for wine, I would choose Château Lafite 1982.
How would you define luxury?
To me, luxury is truly something you cannot buy every day. It is what is rare, and therefore precious.
Which brand best embodies luxury in your view?
Without hesitation, Patek Philippe.
Which figure, historical or contemporary, inspires you?
That would be Sir Winston Churchill.
Which quality do you value most in others, and which flaw do you regret having?
I value honesty and tenacity. And I have one small weakness that I readily admit: I have a sweet tooth.
Is there a quotation you are particularly fond of?
“Helping others is helping yourself”
What time is it?
By my watch, it is 2:18 pm
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