A similar watch is published in Patek Philippe Wristwatches by Martin Huber and Alan Banbery, 1998 Edition, p. 128. Rossano Brazzi (1916-1994) Rossano Brazzi, often referred to as "the latin lover" for his leading roles in film, was born in Bologna, Italy in 1916. Following the death of his parents, he abandoned his studies of law at the University of Florence and turned to the stage. Shortly thereafter in 1939 he made his film debut with Ritornowhich put him on the tracks to become one of the leading romantic film stars. After working with the resistance in WWII, he moved to Hollywood making his first Hollywood debut with Little Women (1949), followed not long after by the film that made him famous,The Barefoot Contessa (1954). In the late 60's he returned to Rome with his wife, actress Lydia Bartalini where he continued to work as both an actor and director until his death in 1994. Among film credits include: Summertime, 1955; Rome Adventure, 1962; The Bobo, 1967; Doctor Frankensteins Castle of Freaks, 1974; Time for Miracles, 1980; Final Justice, 1984.