Tribute To Explorer Naturalists – Terre De Feu
Tribute to the intrepid spirit of scientific exploration and the naturalists aboard the HMS Beagle in the early 1830s, the Métiers d'Art – Tribute to Explorer Naturalists: Terre De Feu 7500U/000G-B993 is a horological odyssey. Housed in a 18K White Gold case, this timepiece masterfully blends hand-engraving and enameling to reveal a dual-aesthetic narrative of discovery. Driven by the Manufacture Caliber 1120 AT/1, the watch features an innovative satellite hours display, bringing a dynamic, poetic dimension to timekeeping. Bearing the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva seal, it is a definitive collector's treasure that embodies the Maison's passion for cultural and scientific exploration.
| Material | 18K White Gold |
|---|---|
| Movement | Self-winding Mechanical (Caliber 1120 AT/1) |
| Case size | 41 mm (Độ dày 11.73 mm) |
| Dial | Métiers d'Art (Engraving & Enamel) |
| Strap | Premium dark blue alligator leather |
| Condition | New |
Tribute to Explorer Naturalists – A Voyage of Scientific Discovery
The inspiration for this collection is rooted in the early 19th-century scientific voyages, specifically the exploration of Tierra del Fuego, that transformed our understanding of the world. The watch acts as a portal to this era, translating the charts and discoveries of these naturalists into an artistic masterpiece. The meticulous fusion of hand-engraving, which captures the fine details of terrain, alongside the richness of artisanal enameling, creates a narrative depth that celebrates the courageous legacy of the Beagle expedition.
Dual Aesthetic – The Mastery of Engraving and Enameling
The mastery of the Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art division is on full display here. By combiningtraditional hand-engraving with nuanced enameling, the dial achieves a dual-aesthetic quality: one that is textured and sculptural, and one that is vibrant and luminescent. This marriage of techniques ensures that the watch is not merely a tool for time, but a sculptural work of art that rewards close inspection, revealing new details of the explorers’ journey with every gaze.
Caliber 1120 AT/1 – Revolutionizing the Passage of Time
The mechanical heart is the self-winding Caliber 1120 AT/1, specifically selected for its unique architecture. This movement features a satellite hours display, which gracefully tracks time across the dial, ensuring that the central artwork remains the primary focal point. Crafted to the stringent standards of the Hallmark of Geneva (Poinçon de Genève), the movement serves as a guarantee of reliability and horological excellence, perfectly mirroring the precision required by the explorers whose spirit this watch honors.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Movement: Manufacture self-winding mechanical Caliber 1120 AT/1, featuring satellite hours display.
- Certification: Hallmark of Geneva.
- Functions: Satellite hours and minutes.
- Case: 18K White Gold, 41 mm diameter, 11.73 mm thickness.
- Dial: Métiers d’Art craftsmanship featuring hand-engraving and enameling.
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
- Caseback: Transparent sapphire crystal caseback.
- Strap: Premium dark blue alligator leather.
- Clasp: 18K White Gold triple folding clasp.
- Water Resistance: 3 bar (30 meters).
| Material | 18K White Gold |
|---|---|
| Movement | Self-winding Mechanical (Caliber 1120 AT/1) |
| Case size | 41 mm (Độ dày 11.73 mm) |
| Dial | Métiers d'Art (Engraving & Enamel) |
| Strap | Premium dark blue alligator leather |
| Condition | New |