Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art: Infinite Universe Series

You may recall from last year that Vacheron Constantin created a phenomenal piece unique for Only Watch 2011, the M.C. Escher-inspired “Dove” watch.  At SIHH 2012 last month, Vacheron went on to show off 3 more gorgeous new M.C. Escher-inspired watches in the same style — and I’m here with an in-depth look at each.  These pieces are part of Vacheron’s Métiers d’Art collection, a marriage of graphic art and high-end watch decorating techniques such as etching, enameling, crimping and guilloche.

Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art:  Infinite Universe Series

Dove   |   Fish   |   Starfish

Limited Edition 20 pieces each (unnumbered)

40mm white gold case (8.9mm thick), automatic mechanical manufacture caliber SC 2460, Geneva Seal (meeting the new, stricter criteria to receive such a seal)

THE FISH

demonstrating techniques of guilloché and cloisonne enameling

THE STARFISH

demonstrating techniques of engraving and champlevé enameling

THE DOVE

demonstrating techniques of engraving, champlevé enameling, tucking and crimping