Van Cleef & Arpels Showcases at Watches and Wonders
Each spring, Van Cleef & Arpels graces Watches and Wonders. For a span of five days, esteemed watchmaking houses gather in Geneva to showcase their latest offerings to journalists, retailers, and visitors. This year introduces a special day exclusively dedicated to the public for the first time.
Seasonal Transition at Van Cleef & Arpels
This year, Van Cleef & Arpels’ display transitions from spring into the long, warm summer days. As twilight approaches, the setting sun, sleeping birds, and the dance of butterflies and dragonflies in the exotic nature set a mystical scene. The exhibits are nestled within two contrasting pavilions, each providing a unique shelter to the Maison’s creations.
- Perlée watch 23mm, rose gold 18K, guilloché rose gold, Swiss quartz movement
- À Cheval watch, white gold 18K, pink sapphires, diamonds, Swiss quartz movement
- Ludo Mini watch, rose gold 18K, pink sapphires, white mother-of-pearl, Swiss quartz movement
- Lady Féerie Or Rose watch, 33mm, rose gold 18K, white gold 18K, pink sapphires, diamonds, white mother-of-pearl, enamel
- Perlée watch 23mm, white gold 18K, diamonds, Swiss quartz movement
- Secret Perlée watch, rose gold 18K, cornaline, lapis-lazuli and diamonds
Artistic Interplay of Light and Shadow
The walk through the display is an enchanting experience, featuring lacquered panels in shades of dark green and azure blue, combined with metal and gold leaf that highlight the design and create captivating plays of light. Architectural embroidery on the walls celebrates the Maison’s Ludo collection, while glass leaves reflect the twilight’s hues, adding to the allure.
The Fusion of Jewelry and Watchmaking
Van Cleef & Arpels blends diverse craftsmanship to continue and enrich its legacy of jewel-encrusted timepieces, integrating traditional jewelry and watchmaking arts. The latest collections from Perlée and Alhambra feature new gem combinations, while the High Jewelry watches, such as Ludo Secret and À Cheval, captivate with reflective and hidden features that mesmerize and surprise onlookers.
Revealing the Secret Watches
Within this green, enchanting realm, the secret watches from the Perlée and Ludo collections are revealed to the public, showcasing the Maison’s ingenuity in merging concealment with elegance.
Reinventing Timekeeping at Van Cleef & Arpels
At the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and technical prowess at the Maison’s Geneva Watchmaking Workshops, the Lady Féerie watch is reimagined in vibrant new colors, epitomizing Van Cleef & Arpels’ unique poetic interpretation of time. Additionally, three Extraordinary Objects beautifully conclude the showcase, marrying rare craftsmanship with the pursuit of kinetic art to enchant every passing moment.
Event Information
Experience Van Cleef & Arpels at Watches and Wonders 2023 from March 27th to April 2nd. The event welcomes the public on April 1st and 2nd, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, at Palexpo, Route François-Peyrot 30, Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland.
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Where is Watches and Wonders 2023 held?
The event takes place at Palexpo, Route François-Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland.
When are the public days for Watches and Wonders 2023?
The public is invited to attend on April 1st and 2nd, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
What new features are showcased by Van Cleef & Arpels this year?
In 2023, Van Cleef & Arpels is showcasing new pieces in the Perlée and Alhambra collections, along with the mesmerizing Ludo Secret and À Cheval watches, illustrating a synthesis of jewelry and horology.
How does Van Cleef & Arpels blend craftsmanship with technology in their watches?
The Maison uniquely blends age-old artistry with contemporary technical skills, showcased in the latest designs of the Lady Féerie watch and the enchanting Extraordinary Objects that animate time with exquisite craftsmanship.
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