92 WATCHES & JEWELLERY
ALPINE EAGLE 41 XP FROZEN SUMMIT
PEAK JEWELLERY SOPHISTICATION AND MECHANICAL REFINEMENT
Limited edition of 8 in ethical 18-carat white gold entirely set with diamonds . dial and bezel , as well as on each facet of the crown and each link of the bracelet in ethical 18-carat white gold .
With its graphic shapes and geometry , the baguette cut chosen for these stones is particularly suited to the aesthetics of the Alpine Eagle collection and its relationship with light . In instances where the shape of the baguette-cut gems did not lend itself to that of the surfaces , each diamond was carefully recut to ensure that metal remained visible . Assembling , arranging and setting so many gems of the same brilliance and compatible sizes on such a small timepiece is a real challenge . Through the sparkle of these precious stones , Chopard confirms the collection ’ s profound inspiration drawn from Nature , celebrated as the greatest architect – with diamonds evoking immaculate glaciers and the luminous beauty of the stars shining down upon them .
Artistic crafts : sparkling diamonds enhanced by masterful setting
While the Alpine Eagle collection has already welcomed a family of gemset timepieces , the Alpine Eagle 41 XP Frozen Summit model has now reached a new pinnacle . This veritable collector ’ s masterpiece showcases the art of gemsetting cultivated by the Maison ’ s skilled artisans . They have painstakingly recut several hundred diamonds and set them on the case ,
“ With this timepiece , we combine the expertise of our gemsetters with that of our watchmakers , reflecting our heritage in these two artistic crafts perfected over the course of our history – to which we add our lengthy experience in selecting cut stones . Entirely crafted in our workshops , the Alpine Eagle 41 XP Frozen Summit reflects our appreciation of ultimate sophistication ”, explains Chopard ’ s Co-President Karl-Friedrich Scheufele .
The making of an Alpine Eagle XP 41 Frozen Summit timepiece requires no less than 800 hours ’ work calling upon the various skills and crafts exercised within the Manufacture .
THE ART OF LUXURY ISSUE 64 2024