Tribute To Great Civilisations – Tibre De L’iseum Campense

Métiers d’Art – The Majesty of Imperial Rome Reimagined in Marble and Mosaic

The 42 mm 18K 5N Pink Gold case provides a warm, opulent stage for this historical masterpiece. Meticulously polished to highlight the richness of the gold, the case serves as a silent guardian for the breathtaking artistry held within. The central applique is a feat of ancient glyptic technique, carved from authentic Italian marble to depict the head of Tiber and his cornucopia—a scene of prosperity and power derived from the Louvre’s antiquity collection. This hand-patina finish gives the marble a timeless, museum-grade aesthetic.

Adjoining the main applique is a stone micro-mosaic, a labor-intensive craft inspired by late 2nd-century mosaics unearthed in Utica. This mosaic, enriched with miniature painting in the interstices, brings a vibrant, storied complexity to the dial that honors the artisanal spirit of Rome.

Mother-of-Pearl Frieze and Translucent Enamel Mastery

The outer frieze is a tribute to Campana reliefs—terracotta masterpieces from the 1st century BC. Engraved into mother-of-pearl, the Dionysian dance scene adds a subtle, iridescent texture to the dial periphery, contrasting the solid matte finish of the marble. The backdrop of the dial is crafted from 18K gold, textured with gold leaf and finished with translucent enamel, providing a shimmering canvas that pulls the viewer into the scene.

This combination of materials—gold, marble, stone mosaic, and mother-of-pearl—creates a tactile and visual experience that is unparalleled in modern watchmaking. It is a dialogue between different arts, synthesized through the lens of Vacheron Constantin’s mastery.

Caliber 2460 G4/2 – Liberating the Artistic Narrative

The watch is powered by the manufacture Caliber 2460 G4/2, a mechanical engine that allows for total artistic freedom on the dial. By utilizing a display system featuring four apertures for hours, minutes, day, and date, the Maison has completely removed the clutter of central hands, ensuring the historical narrative of the dial remains the undisputed focal point.

Through the transparent sapphire caseback, the complexity of the movement is revealed, featuring a 22K gold oscillating weight adorned with intricate patterns. Every finish on this movement meets the stringent criteria of the Hallmark of Geneva (Poinçon de Genève), confirming it as a collector’s piece of the highest order, blending ancient history with contemporary Swiss precision.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. Movement: Manufacture self-winding mechanical Caliber 2460 G4/2, 28,800 v.p.h (4 Hz), ~40-hour power reserve.
2. Certification: Poinçon de Genève (Hallmark of Geneva).
3. Functions: Hours, minutes, day, and date via windows (apertures).
4. Case: 18K 5N Pink Gold, 42 mm diameter, 12.93 mm thickness.
5. Dial: 18K gold base with gold leaf and translucent enamel; Italian marble glyptic applique; stone micro-mosaic; engraved mother-of-pearl outer frieze.
6. Strap: Premium dark brown alligator leather.
7. Clasp: 18K 5N Pink Gold triple folding clasp.
8. Water Resistance: 3 bar (30 meters).