Patek Philippe is a Swiss luxury watch company founded in Geneva in 1839. The company was founded by Antoine Norbert de Patek and François Czapek, but was later acquired by Adrien Philippe in 1845. In 1932, the company was purchased by the Stern family, which still runs it today. Patek Philippe is considered one of the most prestigious watch companies in the world. Its mechanical watches are famous for their precision and complexity, and many of its models have advanced functions such as perpetual calendars, chronographs, and minute repeaters. Patek Philippe continues to be a successful luxury watch company with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and tradition. Its watches are among the most desired in the world, with great attention to detail and craftsmanship, and the brand continues to be a symbol of prestige and status in luxury culture.