There is no mistaking the message in this flaming tribute paid by Antoine Preziuso to oriental symbolism: it embodies a wish for success, happiness and good fortune. Against a lacquered painting backdrop in the colour green that is clearly associated in Chinese philosophy with the dragon constellation and is echoed on the matching Nile Carp strap, this mythical creature itself is meticulously carved on a pink gold dial. As would expect from such a legendary figure, it occupies almost the entire space of the dial, leaving room only for the date shown through a circular opening at 6 o'clock, for the lucky number 8 and for a single fireball that it appears to be about to seize in its claws. This striking picture is beautifully framed by a shining white gold case, itself hand-engraved and set with diamonds or a streamlined version in pink gold. When contemplating this masterpiece, one cannot help remembering that the Celestial Chinese Dragon also stands for power and excellence, boldness and nobility – all qualities justifiably applied to the mechanical self-winding movement driving this watch, and to the creativity and skill of the craftsmen who bring it to perpetual life.
Technical specifications
Movement:
Swiss mechanical with self-winding cal. APG 282– blue screws - movement all engraved by hand - personalised oscillating weight - 42-hour power-reserve - 21 jewels
Functions:
Hours and minutes
Case:
46,95 /38,7mm in 18kt pink gold, or 18kt white gold carved by hand and set with diamonds - caseback opened- sapphir glass.
Dial:
in pink gold 18kt. with Dragon figure carved by hand – green lacquered painting
Hands:
Pink gold plated
Crystal:
sapphire
Strap:
Full-grain carp skin
Water Resistance:
3ATU
Limited Edition:
01 to 10
Size:
Large
