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TIMEPIECE
Eternal Elegance Reborn on the Wrist Vacheron Constantin pays tribute to traditional Chinese culture by launching the new Métiers d'Art series with the theme of "Paying tribute to Chinese cultural symbols". This series of works offers two new modern interpretations of the legendary Chinese pattern “Sea Water and River Cliff Pattern” from the 14th century. The patterns are embellished on the dial and the rotor, implying long-term peace, prosperity and stability in the country, while showing the perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern design. Swiss watchmaking and Chinese traditions blend together From the 14th century to the early 20th century, Chinese decorative design had already shown a unique and distinctive style. In the process of studying these patterns in the Vacheron Constantin Art Workshop, special attention was paid to the “sea and river cliff patterns” that appeared in large numbers in the decoration of palace buildings. The "sea and cliff pattern" cleverly combines the rolling sea water with the towering cliffs, becoming one of the most symbolic decorative patterns in Chinese traditional culture. This iconic pattern not only frequently appears on porcelain, furniture and clothing, but is also embellished on dragon robes with its exquisite embroidery, showcasing the long heritage of Chinese traditional culture. During the creation process, Mr. Song, former deputy researcher of the Palace Museum in Beijing, conducted in-depth research on the pattern. He personally guided Vacheron Constantin's craftsmen to ensure that the four timepieces can faithfully display the cultural essence of the “sea and cliff pattern”. The brand brings this ancient pattern into contemporary fashion through two modern interpretations. Master craftsmanship At the heart of the 38 mm diameter 18K pink and white gold case, the Vacheron Constantin 2460 calibre beats. The movement is unique for its exquisite appearance and compact structure. The movement has a 40-hour power reserve and is certified with the Geneva Seal, highlighting its exceptional watchmaking craftsmanship. The pointer in the center of the dial is driven by the movement, describing an elegant arc and blending seamlessly with the dial. The finely carved tide texture on the 22K gold oscillating weight also complements the “sea water and river cliff pattern” on the dial, presenting a harmonious visual effect. The dial decoration of "Sea Water and River Cliff Pattern" uses a total of 220 gold threads and takes more than 50 hours of craftsmanship. In order to show different colors and brightness, the patterns need to be carefully shaped through multiple layers of enamel. Each layer of enamel needs to be fired independently. The master craftsman needs to spend at least 70 hours to complete the colorful tones on the watch. After the enamel is fired, it needs to be finely polished to ensure that the golden luster of the cloisonné enamel is perfectly displayed, giving the "sea and river cliff pattern" an exquisite texture. The overall design not only adds a unique luster to the watch, but also makes its smooth lines and time-honored craftsmanship show the charming charm of the series. Chinese Source Link
Vacheron Constantin pays tribute to traditional Chinese culture by launching the new Métiers …