{"id":7616,"date":"2014-08-22T10:26:08","date_gmt":"2014-08-22T09:26:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/preprod.gmtmag.com\/?p=7616"},"modified":"2014-08-22T10:26:08","modified_gmt":"2014-08-22T09:26:08","slug":"vacheron-constantin-25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/nouveaute-en-n-en\/xxl-2\/vacheron-constantin-25.html","title":{"rendered":"Vacheron Constantin : A timepiece by Vacheron Constantin is by essence \u2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The new M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em>\u00a0collection<\/strong>\u00a0invites women to rediscover the beauty of the ornaments of the world, beating to the rhythm of a precious and technical watch calibre. While the first entirely openworked Vacheron Constantin calibre appeared in 1924, the Manufacture was a pioneer in this field of stylistic research, since the first watch produced by Jean-Marc Vacheron in 1755 already featured an openworked and engraved balance-cock. Openworking is more than a purely aesthetic approach in itself, as it induces additional complexity at each stage compared with a solid caliber. Everything begins with a lengthy consideration of the movement that is to be openworked as much as possible so as to reveal its inner beauty. This calls upon the full wealth of experience of the finest master-watchmakers, since it involves achieving a subtle balance between hollowing out as much of the material as possible, while ensuring that the calibre remains perfectly functional. Once this subtle balance has been found, the artisans take over, marking the start of a long period of patient, accurate and rigorously disciplined endeavours.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

With the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 India manuscript,<\/strong>\u00a0the master-enameller has expressed the vivacity and richness of Indian illustrations through a profusion of intense enamels surrounding the openworked calibre, like the floral motifs decorating the margins of ancient oriental writings. The contours of its d\u00e9cor are first traced using the\u00a0champlev\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0technique to create cavities separated by thin gold partitions in order to apply the enamels. The ethereal caliber of the\u00a0Ottoman architecture watch\u00a0<\/strong>is magnificently reflected by the chamfered pink gold moucharaby (wooden lattice) motif formed by the dial and of which every edge is delicately beveled by hand. Daintily perched on a natural white mother-of-pearl base, the gold gridwork studded with half-pearl beads echoes the majesty of the scrolling patterns in Middle Eastern architecture. On the\u00a0French lacework timepiece,\u00a0<\/strong>guillochage, Grand Feu enamelling and gem-setting stage the patient and dextrous craftsmanship performed with the crochet needle or the spindle in the ancestral tradition of French-style embroideries. Finally, glyptics, gemstone\u00a0cloisonn\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0work and engraving characterise the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Chinese embroidery.<\/strong>\u00a0Like the silk thread Chinese embroideries embellished with precious fabrics the graceful elegance of the stones cut and sculpted according to the glyptic art are adorned with finely engraved gold leaves and pistils.<\/p>\n

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A masterful demonstration of Vacheron Constantin\u2019s expertise in the field of decoration, the openworking of the ultra-slim Calibre 1003 in 18K gold \u2013 a mere 1.64 mm thin \u2013 transforms it into an incredible lacework of engraved wheel trains. The feat consists in withdrawing a maximum of material without affecting the vital parts that ensure the smooth running of the watch. Setting the final touch to the work, all the bridges are hand-drawn with a file, while every single part is patiently hand-chamfered, decorated and fashioned in traditional manner to form an ideally feather-light composition. The M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements\u00a0<\/em>watches bear the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, just too does the\u00a0M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/em>\u00a0collection evoked below and pictured right.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

To achieve the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0watches, watchmakers and artisans have laid new milestones in the age-old art of hand engraving. Rather than using a bocfil or tiny handsaw to cut out the smooth surface of the mainplate and bridges before drawing them out with a file and chamfering them, the engraving artisans have carefully chased the parts around their entire circumference so as to create a true sculpture with its own volume and depth. Furthermore, the perilous exercise of Grand Feu enamelling was compounded by another difficulty\u2009: that of achieving one of the shades most difficult to create with Grand Feu enamel\u2009: a deep and opaque black. In its High Jewelry version, the M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/em>\u00a0welcomes another artistic craft into its fascinating orchestration\u2009: gem-setting.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

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 <\/p>\n

Offering an epic journey between continents, Vacheron Constantin stages a new themed exhibition\u00a0<\/strong>dedicated to the history of\u00a0<\/strong>watchmaking adornments in its\u00a0<\/strong>Geneva boutique on the Quai de l\u2019Ile<\/strong><\/p>\n

The art of adorning watches dates back to the very origins of watchmaking. In the 16th<\/sup>\u00a0century, during the wars of religion, the wearing of decorative and ostentatious objects was banished by Jean Calvin \u2013 a decision that led goldsmiths to find other ways of expressing their art, since watches were not considered as jewelry… This naturally boosted luxury horology to offer timepieces that were not only technical but also precious, and would later forge the renown of Geneva\u2019 famous\u00a0Fabrique<\/em>. The\u00a0cabinotiers<\/em>\u00a0of the era called upon the talents of jewelers enamellers in creating beautifully adorned models each more elegant than the next, in a fascinating dialogue with the various artistic movements and influences of the era. Inspired by dreams of far-off lands and a will to cultivate openness towards the wider world, throughout its almost 260 years of existence Vacheron Constantin has consistently cultivated a powerful attachment to these artistic crafts. In this exhibition running till October and opened to the public, the world\u2019s oldest watch Manufacture in continuous operation is staging around 40 historical pieces \u2013 selected from the 1,200 in its private collection \u2013 illustrating various major artistic movements. A fascinating tour testifying to consummate mastery of specific skills and a rarely equalled degree of creativity in the field of decorative arts \u2013 a signature feature of the Geneva school of watchmaking.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

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 <\/p>\n

France<\/strong><\/p>\n

1909 – Lady\u2019s pendant watch, yellow gold, translucent enamel on guilloch\u00e9 back, platinum and diamond floral-pattern appliques. Silvered dial.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Late 19th<\/sup>\u00a0century<\/strong>\u00a0openworked architecture<\/strong><\/p>\n

1926 – Pocket watch, 18K white gold, rock crystal, enamel and onyx cabochon crown. German silver skeleton movement. N\u00b0 11131<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

India<\/strong><\/p>\n

1831 \u2013 Pocket watch, yellow gold, champlev\u00e9 enamelled case, in line engraving. Guilloch\u00e9 dial. N\u00b0 10450<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements French lace<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K white gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-guilloch\u00e9 and translucent Grand Feu enamelling, openworked 18K gold plate, setting of blue and pink sapphire & diamonds (13 sapphires for 0.06 ct & 40 round-cut diamonds for 0.13 ct)\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0purple Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Indian manuscript<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), polished ring, transparent sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick \u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes \u00a0Dial\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>Grand Feu<\/em>\u00a0champlev\u00e9 enamelling and hand-engraving\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0blue Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle \u00a0(21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Chinese embroidery<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), diamond-set ring (60 round-cut diamonds, 0.20 ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-engraving stone-cloisonn\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0(pink opal), glyptic of ruby, garnet and cuprite (1.40 ct)\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0burgundy Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Ottoman architecture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), knurled ring,\u00a0 transparent sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0white mother-of-pearl under an openworked 18K gold plate, hand-chamfered and adorned with applied half-pearls \u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0 black Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct) \u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K white gold, (available with diamond-set bezel with 42 baguette-cut diamonds, 2ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>40mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 4400SQ caliber, 65h power reserve), 127 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0black Grand Feu opaque enamelled external ring, openworked Roman numerals on an 18K gold ring\u00a0Strap\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>black\u00a0 Mississippiensis alligator leather strap, stitched-tip, large square scales<\/div>\n

<\/br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The new M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em>\u00a0collection<\/strong>\u00a0invites women to rediscover the beauty of the ornaments of the world, beating to the rhythm of a precious and technical watch calibre. While the first entirely openworked Vacheron Constantin calibre appeared in 1924, the Manufacture was a pioneer in this field of stylistic research, since the first watch produced by Jean-Marc Vacheron in 1755 already featured an openworked and engraved balance-cock. Openworking is more than a purely aesthetic approach in itself, as it induces additional complexity at each stage compared with a solid caliber. Everything begins with a lengthy consideration of the movement that is to be openworked as much as possible so as to reveal its inner beauty. This calls upon the full wealth of experience of the finest master-watchmakers, since it involves achieving a subtle balance between hollowing out as much of the material as possible, while ensuring that the calibre remains perfectly functional. Once this subtle balance has been found, the artisans take over, marking the start of a long period of patient, accurate and rigorously disciplined endeavours.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

With the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 India manuscript,<\/strong>\u00a0the master-enameller has expressed the vivacity and richness of Indian illustrations through a profusion of intense enamels surrounding the openworked calibre, like the floral motifs decorating the margins of ancient oriental writings. The contours of its d\u00e9cor are first traced using the\u00a0champlev\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0technique to create cavities separated by thin gold partitions in order to apply the enamels. The ethereal caliber of the\u00a0Ottoman architecture watch\u00a0<\/strong>is magnificently reflected by the chamfered pink gold moucharaby (wooden lattice) motif formed by the dial and of which every edge is delicately beveled by hand. Daintily perched on a natural white mother-of-pearl base, the gold gridwork studded with half-pearl beads echoes the majesty of the scrolling patterns in Middle Eastern architecture. On the\u00a0French lacework timepiece,\u00a0<\/strong>guillochage, Grand Feu enamelling and gem-setting stage the patient and dextrous craftsmanship performed with the crochet needle or the spindle in the ancestral tradition of French-style embroideries. Finally, glyptics, gemstone\u00a0cloisonn\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0work and engraving characterise the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Chinese embroidery.<\/strong>\u00a0Like the silk thread Chinese embroideries embellished with precious fabrics the graceful elegance of the stones cut and sculpted according to the glyptic art are adorned with finely engraved gold leaves and pistils.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

A masterful demonstration of Vacheron Constantin\u2019s expertise in the field of decoration, the openworking of the ultra-slim Calibre 1003 in 18K gold \u2013 a mere 1.64 mm thin \u2013 transforms it into an incredible lacework of engraved wheel trains. The feat consists in withdrawing a maximum of material without affecting the vital parts that ensure the smooth running of the watch. Setting the final touch to the work, all the bridges are hand-drawn with a file, while every single part is patiently hand-chamfered, decorated and fashioned in traditional manner to form an ideally feather-light composition. The M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements\u00a0<\/em>watches bear the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, just too does the\u00a0M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/em>\u00a0collection evoked below and pictured right.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

To achieve the\u00a0M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0Fabuleux Ornements<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0watches, watchmakers and artisans have laid new milestones in the age-old art of hand engraving. Rather than using a bocfil or tiny handsaw to cut out the smooth surface of the mainplate and bridges before drawing them out with a file and chamfering them, the engraving artisans have carefully chased the parts around their entire circumference so as to create a true sculpture with its own volume and depth. Furthermore, the perilous exercise of Grand Feu enamelling was compounded by another difficulty\u2009: that of achieving one of the shades most difficult to create with Grand Feu enamel\u2009: a deep and opaque black. In its High Jewelry version, the M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art\u00a0M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/em>\u00a0welcomes another artistic craft into its fascinating orchestration\u2009: gem-setting.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Offering an epic journey between continents, Vacheron Constantin stages a new themed exhibition\u00a0<\/strong>dedicated to the history of\u00a0<\/strong>watchmaking adornments in its\u00a0<\/strong>Geneva boutique on the Quai de l\u2019Ile<\/strong><\/p>\n

The art of adorning watches dates back to the very origins of watchmaking. In the 16th<\/sup>\u00a0century, during the wars of religion, the wearing of decorative and ostentatious objects was banished by Jean Calvin \u2013 a decision that led goldsmiths to find other ways of expressing their art, since watches were not considered as jewelry… This naturally boosted luxury horology to offer timepieces that were not only technical but also precious, and would later forge the renown of Geneva\u2019 famous\u00a0Fabrique<\/em>. The\u00a0cabinotiers<\/em>\u00a0of the era called upon the talents of jewelers enamellers in creating beautifully adorned models each more elegant than the next, in a fascinating dialogue with the various artistic movements and influences of the era. Inspired by dreams of far-off lands and a will to cultivate openness towards the wider world, throughout its almost 260 years of existence Vacheron Constantin has consistently cultivated a powerful attachment to these artistic crafts. In this exhibition running till October and opened to the public, the world\u2019s oldest watch Manufacture in continuous operation is staging around 40 historical pieces \u2013 selected from the 1,200 in its private collection \u2013 illustrating various major artistic movements. A fascinating tour testifying to consummate mastery of specific skills and a rarely equalled degree of creativity in the field of decorative arts \u2013 a signature feature of the Geneva school of watchmaking.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

France<\/strong><\/p>\n

1909 – Lady\u2019s pendant watch, yellow gold, translucent enamel on guilloch\u00e9 back, platinum and diamond floral-pattern appliques. Silvered dial.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Late 19th<\/sup>\u00a0century<\/strong>\u00a0openworked architecture<\/strong><\/p>\n

1926 – Pocket watch, 18K white gold, rock crystal, enamel and onyx cabochon crown. German silver skeleton movement. N\u00b0 11131<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

India<\/strong><\/p>\n

1831 \u2013 Pocket watch, yellow gold, champlev\u00e9 enamelled case, in line engraving. Guilloch\u00e9 dial. N\u00b0 10450<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements French lace<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K white gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-guilloch\u00e9 and translucent Grand Feu enamelling, openworked 18K gold plate, setting of blue and pink sapphire & diamonds (13 sapphires for 0.06 ct & 40 round-cut diamonds for 0.13 ct)\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0purple Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Indian manuscript<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), polished ring, transparent sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick \u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes \u00a0Dial\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>Grand Feu<\/em>\u00a0champlev\u00e9 enamelling and hand-engraving\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0blue Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle \u00a0(21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Chinese embroidery<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), diamond-set ring (60 round-cut diamonds, 0.20 ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-engraving stone-cloisonn\u00e9<\/em>\u00a0(pink opal), glyptic of ruby, garnet and cuprite (1.40 ct)\u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0burgundy Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct)\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art Fabuleux Ornements Ottoman architecture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K 5N pink gold, diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds, 0.89 ct), knurled ring,\u00a0 transparent sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a037mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 1003SQ caliber, 31h power reserve), 117 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0white mother-of-pearl under an openworked 18K gold plate, hand-chamfered and adorned with applied half-pearls \u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0 black Mississippiensis alligator leather, stitched-tip, square scales with diamond-set half Maltese cross-shaped buckle (21 round-cut diamonds, 0.21 ct) \u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a020 engraved & numbered pieces<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

M\u00e9tiers d\u2019Art M\u00e9caniques Ajour\u00e9es<\/strong><\/p>\n

Case\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a018K white gold, (available with diamond-set bezel with 42 baguette-cut diamonds, 2ct), sapphire crystal caseback, water resistant to 30m\u00a0Diameter\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>40mm\u00a0Movement\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hand-wound mechanical movement (Vacheron Constantin 4400SQ caliber, 65h power reserve), 127 components, hand-engraved, 1.64mm thick\u00a0Functions\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0hours, minutes\u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong>\u00a0black Grand Feu opaque enamelled external ring, openworked Roman numerals on an 18K gold ring\u00a0Strap\u2009:\u00a0<\/strong>black\u00a0 Mississippiensis alligator leather strap, stitched-tip, large square scales<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":7610,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[48,629],"tags":[262],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7616"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7616"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7616\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7617,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7616\/revisions\/7617"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7610"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7616"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7616"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7616"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}