Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art L’éloge de la Nature Swan Ladies Ref. 86675/000G-B115

Extending the naturalist bestiary introduced in 2014 with a first trio of animal-themed watches, two one-of-a-kind creations laucnhed at Watches & Wonders 2015 frame an exquisite portrayal imbued with romantic lyricism. This pair of timepieces (a ladies’ model with a 39 mm-diameter case and a 42 mm men’s model) reveals the privileged ties Vacheron Constantin enjoys with the decorative arts. The Manufacture has undeniably contributed to re-enhancing the value of skills that appeared to be doomed to extinction. For the past two decades, the Maison has been devoting great care to perpetuating these highly significant crafts that have shaped its cultural exception. Through its role as art patron, Vacheron Constantin has developed a complex network matched by rare expertise in the art of associating various ornamental styles. L’Éloge de la Nature flamboyantly celebrates the mingling of decorative techniques. Watchmakers and artisans have struck exactly the right balance between impeccable technical sophistication, refined finishing and outstanding creative effort in transforming a classic timepiece into an authentic work of art. The present model (42mm) features a case and dial set with a total of76 baguette-cut and 322 round-cut diamonds, total weight of approx. 4.9 carats.