Complications
Kong's detailed exploration of the Chopard L.U.C Tourbillon Dragon, released to commemorate the Year of the Dragon, offers a unique perspective on cultural horology. This post highlights the rare Fleurisanne engraving technique used on the movement's bridges, making the dragon motif a hidden artistic treasure. It provides valuable insights into the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance behind this limited-edition timepiece.
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There's been a glut of dragon watches lately, so I'm a little burned out by them, but this is very attractive! Cheers, Daos
Kong, I always appreciate the effort shown by Chopard in trying to do something different. I like the old engraving skill. You will find the similar skill used in wood carving in China. Of course, the skill shown on the movement plate will be more challenging. The well-defined dragon head is "fierce" and the scale of the body is well done. However, the body of the dragon leading to the edge of the plate is not proportionate and the tail of the dragon is too short and "weak" - they do not display
Hi Ling Thanks for your observations. My take, if the watch is seen in metal, you would see much details from far and may not even realise the eyeballs are present. It also take a few seconds to find the head of the dragon for me These shots are postiion so the dragon motif could be easily located and close up of the details could be seen As for if 'I'm happy with the dragon' (which I've mentioned in the post), it is not as supreme & majestic, though as you mentioned fierce (which appeared t
Hello Daos Burned is the correct word as Dragon breathes fire That's part of the reasons why I'm glad L.U.C only commissioned just 8 pieces. However it is interesting to see various work of dragon-watches from various brands. Sometimes, I wonder if they research on the culture before embarking on such work. There are certain pointers which must be correct for Chinese Dragons. Thanks for viewing. Kong
Hi Kong, thanks for the photos. I think the engraving work is nice but perhaps I am a bit overwhelmed by Dragons this year, so many ( too many?) of them by almost every single big brand. Cant deny that China is a big consumer these days but looking at all the Dragons this year, its really a bit overwhelm for me even as a Chinese. I wonder if any European or American would appreciate this Dragon sculpture apart from just Asia ? I appreciate this Chopard's artwork but definitely not the most impre
Hi Jacky Thanks for the candid inputs. Understand some may be 'jelat' due to too many dragon watches. From business perspectives, it is inevitable. It is one of the best approach to get awareness to the Chinese for brands which do not have the mind-share yet, especially in North Asia. It is also an opportunity which comes every 12 years! Cannot miss it. Like it or not, many Chinese just like this supreme zodiac sign. As you may already know, birth rate always spike for the year of Dragon, and th
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