Antique methods find new expression in these contemporary marvels.
Patek Philippe Puts the Full Scope of Its Artistry on Display with a Virtual Exhibition of Rare Hand-Crafted PiecesThis unique table clock in Grand Feu cloisonné enamel conjures the enchantment of a tropical forest at the ocean’s edge—with an almost perceptible scent of orchids in the air. Courtesy of Patek Philippe.
All the items are rich in technique and narrative, but the dome table clocks are particularly decadent in their splendor and construction, offering 360 degrees of storytelling—like desktop murals or sculptures. The seemingly disparate subject matter has a cohesive through-line in that they all encapsulate and depict the beauty and wonder of our world. Here are some of our favorites from the collection.
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