Innovation
Patrick_y's enduring fascination with the Van Cleef & Arpels Automaton from SIHH 2017 highlights a desire within the collector community for more horological artistry beyond traditional timekeeping. This piece explores the intricate storytelling and exceptional craftsmanship of automatons, prompting a discussion on their place in the luxury watch market. Patrick_y's original post serves as a gateway to appreciating these mechanical marvels and their profound artistic value.
I too would love to see more. The story told by this one is especially evocative. Really think about the story here. They tell us so much. Consider what happens: You, the creator wind it and press the button giving life to its suspended animation. The fairy first sits up and moves her head, as if to stave off the sleepiness. Then she gives her wings a flap, like a newly born butter fly for the very first time. Slowly, she looks around her, growing more aware of her surroundings; discovering a ne
Just a Patek bag, alas no Van Cleef jewels in it And some of their modern "rare handcrafts", also lovely!
Thanks for the video! I think I saw this one a couple years ago! Just an amazing combination of talented people. A symphony of talents, an orchestra of talents, all conducted by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Is such an apt way of describing it. It really shows the muscle in a company like this and what they are capable of. It really makes you scratch your head when you consider the mundane watches that the main stream are paying 3X retail for versus the truly magic ones out there that go over looked.
You're exactly right!
Something having to do with the fact that since the piece was already sold, they didn't want to release the price. Maybe there was an NDA signed to not release the price? Who knows...
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