WATCHES & TIMEPIECES 83 petal and the light of a spring dawn, captured in the cloud-like reflections of pink mother-ofpearl. The moon phase display is set within a circle of diamonds between 1 and 3 o’ clock – in line with the winding crown, which is set with a moonstone. Here, emerging from gold-edged clouds inlaid with mother-of-pearl, the gold moon waxes and wanes against a starry background sky in a deeper shade of dusky pink that creates a subtle contrast with the main dial. Thanks to the hand-painted artistry of the strap, together with the tonal variations that naturally characterise mother-of-pearl, every numbered watch in the 100-piece limited edition is subtly different from the others.
Along with the hand-painted spring blossom strap, this new Égérie model is presented with two additional straps – one in raspberry pink shiny alligator, the other in blush-pink grosgrain fabric – each featuring its own pink gold pin buckle. The interchangeability system enables the wearer to change the straps at will, according to the mood of the moment. No tools are required: a simple, integrated clip enables a rapid
change. The versatility of the styling options provided by the straps is underlined by the 37 mm case diameter, which is well-suited to wrists of all sizes.
A FLORAL HERITAGE
Flowers have inspired and enriched Vacheron Constantin’ s heritage for more than 200 years. Underlining the Maison’ s ability to express nature’ s beauty in harmony with technical ingenuity, this deep connection is evident throughout the archives.
A prime example among exquisite pieces from the early 19th century is an 1815 yellow gold pocket watch, where the case middle is engraved with a delicate floral motif, enhanced by the subtle gleam of garnets. This piece beautifully illustrates how early timepieces for women were conceived not only as functional instruments but also as jewels, with the delicate allure of nature at their heart. An 1838 quarter-repeater watch, designed to be worn in a lady’ s pocket or as an elegant pendant,
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