Complications
GLau, a renowned collector and self-proclaimed 'enamel slave,' offers an exclusive look into the intricate world of Patek Philippe's rare handcrafts. Through a direct connection with the legendary enameller Anita Porchet, GLau shares the specific technical challenges faced in creating the 2022 enamel dials, providing an invaluable, behind-the-scenes perspective on these horological masterpieces. This post illuminates why these particular dials represent the pinnacle of artisanal skill and dedication.
As I don’t quite like monkeys LOL.
They all look amazing taking into account the skill and time involved. My favourite would be the zebra, only because the monkey faces creep me out a little. Thanks so much for the info and the images.
That Rousseau Lion still takes the cake as far as the fauna goes.
along with the Ellipse model
enamel artist Anita Porchet. While the work to create the marvels you posted is exceptionally complex and artistically challenging, I must say aesthetically I am not captivated by any. The best for me is the monkey with the light brown strap. The ellipse is an iconic Patek, but I am not a fan. Perhaps if the enamels you post were in Calatrava WG cases I might feel a bit different. That said, I LOVE!!! this year’s rhino and lion enamel watches in the WG Calatrava cases that Fab posted. For me the
For me the south-east photo is my pick. A very nostalgic portrait. As our resident enamel expert/enthusiast, can I ask, how many mistakes happen often, say with PP dials during the enamelling process? If so, are the dials simply destroyed, and if that is the case, how often per watch? Just curious as, I would think, creating dials of such calibre, there must hardly be any room for error.
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