![]() ![]() ![]() The dial of this timepiece features the ancient plique-a-jour enamelling technique – a method that was developed by the Byzantines in 6th century AD, and similar to the one used in the making of stained glass.Ĭase: XL-size rhodium-coated 18k white gold with 61 brilliant-cut diamonds (1.57 carats) Ronde Louis Cartier XL with fish and coral motif These masterpieces of horological art are so rare that they cause a feeding-frenzy among the media whenever new ones are presented at the annual SIHH watch fair.įeaturing a combination of ancient artistic techniques and the Parisian watchmaker's own innovative craftsmanship, the five new Metiers d'Art timepieces that were unveiled earlier this year took everyone's breath away.įrom plique-a-jour and grisaille enameling, to straw marquetry and cameo, each watch features a different technique that truly underscores Cartier's mastery of fine watchmaking.Ĭelebrity photographer Fabien Sarazin (who also works with LVMH and Chanel) captures the resplendence of each watch in his photographs below: If you own a timepiece from Cartier's Metiers d'Art watch collection, consider yourself in the elite league of watch collectors.
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