Time is Precious: The Maison’s of High Jewellery Watches
In the world of haute horlogerie, there exists a delightful fusion of timekeeping precision and opulent craftsmanship: the high jewellery watch. These exquisite pieces often disguise their functionality within lavish bracelets, seamlessly blending into the realms of fashion and luxury. Renowned Maisons have perfected the art of creating timepieces that are not only instruments of time but also wearable works of art.
A captivating sub-category within these masterpieces is the "secret watch." True to its name, a secret watch is cleverly concealed within a luxurious bracelet or a pendant, revealing its dial only to the discerning eye. These hidden timepieces are a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of their makers, offering a delightful surprise to those who discover them.
These high jewellery watches are more than just accessories; they are a celebration of artistry and luxury, each one a unique expression of the maison's vision and expertise. Whether hidden within a bracelet or boldly displayed, these timepieces continue to captivate collectors and connoisseurs alike, blurring the lines between jewellery and horology
Cartier
La Panthère de Cartier Watch
La Panthère watch, 22.2 mm, quartz movement. Rose gold 750/1000 case set with 128 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 1.08 carat, panther heads in rose gold 750/1000, pear-shaped
Jaeger Le Couture
Secrets
29.07 x 12.22 mm - Pink Gold 750/1000 (18 carats) - Manual winding
The 101 Secrets in pink gold captivates. At first glance, no one would guess that beneath its bracelet, adorned with over a thousand diamonds, lies an invisible miniaturized button. A simple press and two sections open to reveal an exquisite mother-of-pearl dial, giving the owner the freedom to look at the time whenever they choose. Featuring over 1'000 diamonds, this exceptional timepiece is set to the finest detail. The craftsmen at the Atelier des Métiers Rares have combined two gem-setting techniques requiring more than 182 hours of work. Griffe setting on the outer rows, and grain setting on the inner rows and on the sides, a veritable halo of light. At the heart of the 101 Secrets, the in-house calibre 101 features 98 components and weighs less than a gram.
Van Cleef & Arpels
Ludo Secret watch. 18K rose gold, round diamonds, guilloché white mother-of-pearl, triple folding buckle, Swiss quartz movement.
Diamond: 185 stones, 4.98 carats
STONEMother-of-pearl: 1 stone
As each stone is unique, its colour and features may vary from one creation to another.
Hermes
Kelly watch, Mini model, 16 mm Diamond-set rose gold watch, quartz movement, diamond-set white mother-of-pearl dial, detachable padlock, lanyard in matte black alligator, diamond-set rose gold bracelet and plate
Made in Switzerland =Metallic finish: Rose gold 750/1000
The story behind The Hermes Watch
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas designed the "Small women's bag with straps", featuring a trapezoid shape with smart functional elements.
Fast forward to the late 1950s, the iconic Kelly bag was born, thanks to its adoption by none other than Grace Kelly.
In 1975, its emblematic padlock became an iconic part of Hermès watchmaking: a watch that broke free from the passing of time with an original twist. In 2023, a new facet of its mischievous spirit is revealed and its stylish freedom is reasserted.
Bulgari
Serpenti Secret Watch
Serpenti Misteriosi High Jewellery watch with mechanical manufacture micro-movement with manual winding, black lacquered 18 kt rose gold case and bracelet set with navette diamonds and two pear-shaped emerald eyes, and snow-set diamond dial
Chopard
L'Heure Du Diamant Octagonal
With L'Heure du Diamant, Chopard skilfully captures the beauty of diamonds. Acknowledged masters in the realm of luxury jewelry watches, the artisans of the Maison have orchestrated a meeting between contemporary design and the queen of precious stones 18-carat rose gold .
Chaumet
This contemporary watch is a true time-telling jewel. Its bezel is lit up with hand-set diamonds, and the precious and asymmetrical flowers provide a subtle contrast between polished metal and diamonds. Simultaneously colourful and discreet, this watch light up any look whether for day or evening.
A tribute to Joséphine, with her passion for botany and her beloved daughter Hortense, the creations of the Hortensia Éden collection capture the vibrant movement and colours of the natural world.
18-carat rose gold, bezel set with 259 brilliant-cut diamonds (1,05 cts) and decorated with 3 flowers sculpted in 18-carat rose gold set with 21 brilliant-cut diamonds (0,06 cts)