Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art Hommage à l’Art de la Danse The Rehearsal 86090/000G-9880

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In celebration of the 300th anniversary of the École Française de Danse, Vacheron Constantin proudly unveiled the initial three exclusive timepieces from the latest Métiers d’Art Hommage à l’Art de la Danse collection. These exceptional creations, born from the skilled hands of the Manufacture's artisans, breathe new life into the ancient technique of Grand Feu grisaille enameling to pay tribute to the beauty of classical ballet as immortalized by the iconic Edgar Degas. The essence of ballet is impeccably captured in these inaugural Métiers d’Art Hommage à l’Art de la Danse watches, embodying a harmonious fusion of the ballerina’s grace, the enameller’s artistry, and the watchmaker’s precision. The intricate dials, meticulously handcrafted within the Manufacture's ateliers, exude an aura of refinement and everlasting sophistication. Encased in lustrous white gold, Degas' cherished ballerinas elegantly pirouette beneath the perpetual dance of the timekeeping hands. The virtuoso enamel artist drew inspiration from three iconic works: "Ballet Room at the Opera in Rue le Peletier" (1874) displayed at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, "Ballet Rehearsal" (1873) exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, and "Two Dancers on Stage" (1874) showcased at the Courtauld Gallery in London. Carefully selected for their emotive portrayal, these paintings capture pivotal moments in a ballerina's journey: learning, rehearsal, and performance. The exquisite artistry of Grand Feu grisaille enamel painting unveils the minutest intricacies of the protagonists: the delicate folds of their tutus, the ornate lace embellishing their neckline, the velvety ribbons caressing their necks, the ethereal petals of flowers adorning their hair, and the sheer transparency of tulle and muslin fabrics. Drifting across a wooden parquet floor that shimmers with light and shadows, the dancers are brought to life with meticulous detail. True to Degas' style, the Vacheron Constantin master enamel artist captures the essence of each moment, infusing the scene with chiaroscuro effects to ground it in vivid reality.

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