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Lot Essay
An exquisite contemporary work of art, this beautiful pink gold reference 5077/100R set with diamonds, features a stunning hand-crafted cloisonné enamel dial decorated with a multicoloured kaleidoscopic geometric design. Presented in exceptional like new condition, it is accompanied by the full set of accessories. The bezel and lugs are set with 113 brilliant-cut Top Wesselton diamonds (~0.8 ct) and the buckle sparkles with a further 28 diamonds (~0.22 ct).
Using the technique of Grand Feu cloisonné enamel to convey tonal beauty, the artist has created the dial design outlines by arranging thin gold wires on the gold dial plate. The partitions, called ‘cloisons’ in French, were filled with small quantities of enamel powder in the desired colour. The dial was then fired in a furnace at around 900 degrees Celsius causing the powder to melt. Finally it was hand-polished until obtaining a perfectly flat glass-like surface. The creation of each dial requires multiple firings, using a wide variety of different enamel colours. It takes one of Patek Philippe’s master enamellists approximately 7 days of work to create such an individual works of art.
Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division is dedicated to the preservation of the eclectic artisanal skills that have been associated with horology for over 400 years. The continuing use of these precious techniques in modern watchmaking contributes to their survival whilst at the same time delighting and impressing collectors and connoisseurs. The resplendent watch offered here pays tribute to Patek Philippe’s devotion to keeping these ancient crafts alive and demonstrates the mastery of techniques and subjects that enhance and enrich Patek Philippe’s enduring appeal and reputation for excellence in all aspects of watchmaking.
The wristwatches with rare handicrafts cloisonné enamel dials, always made in very small editions or a unique pieces are now eagerly awaited as iconic and highly collectable horological works of art.
Using the technique of Grand Feu cloisonné enamel to convey tonal beauty, the artist has created the dial design outlines by arranging thin gold wires on the gold dial plate. The partitions, called ‘cloisons’ in French, were filled with small quantities of enamel powder in the desired colour. The dial was then fired in a furnace at around 900 degrees Celsius causing the powder to melt. Finally it was hand-polished until obtaining a perfectly flat glass-like surface. The creation of each dial requires multiple firings, using a wide variety of different enamel colours. It takes one of Patek Philippe’s master enamellists approximately 7 days of work to create such an individual works of art.
Patek Philippe’s rare handicrafts division is dedicated to the preservation of the eclectic artisanal skills that have been associated with horology for over 400 years. The continuing use of these precious techniques in modern watchmaking contributes to their survival whilst at the same time delighting and impressing collectors and connoisseurs. The resplendent watch offered here pays tribute to Patek Philippe’s devotion to keeping these ancient crafts alive and demonstrates the mastery of techniques and subjects that enhance and enrich Patek Philippe’s enduring appeal and reputation for excellence in all aspects of watchmaking.
The wristwatches with rare handicrafts cloisonné enamel dials, always made in very small editions or a unique pieces are now eagerly awaited as iconic and highly collectable horological works of art.