The Celadon Century Cloisonné collection stands as a testament to horology, imbuing new life into the centuries old Chinese enamel technique known as cloisonné. To view these dials is to be witness to a diminutive masterpiece of ancient artistry, handcrafted by artisans layering vibrant glass pastes within delicate gold or silver wire partitions before exposing them to multiple high-temperature firings. The end result is nothing short of a marvel – a visually intoxicating display of color and light, featuring the collection’s signature phoenix and dragon motifs. These stand as symbols of renewal and power in Chinese culture as they appear to float just above the dial’s surface. This intense process requires more than 30 hours of labor for each dial, with no room for imperfections.
Swiss precision lies beneath the surface
While the dials captivate the artistry involved in creating each timepiece, the technical prowess is just as impressive. Powering each watch is the manually-wound Caliber CLC-01, a Swiss-made movement adhering to the highest horological standards to be found in the industry. The precision engineering of the movement provides a perfect counterpoint to the artistic dials, presenting collectors both a striking visual coupled with mechanical mastery. Housed in distinctive 40mm cases, these watches seamlessly balance traditional craftsmanship and contemporary wearability.
A new chapter in collectible horology unfolds
With only eight pieces per design available with this latest release, the Celadon Century Cloisonné collection is a wearable preservation of Chinese heritage. At a time when mass production reigns supreme, these timepieces are rare artifacts of human skill and patience. For discerning collectors, they offer not a tangible connection to centuries of artistic tradition, recalibrated for the modern wrist.
