Amanico presents the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication "Haute Joaillerie" Venice Edition, a unique piece that elevates the original model with exquisite Métiers d'Art. His detailed exploration highlights the artistic enhancements, from the engraved case flanks to the enamel dial, offering a deep dive into this horological masterpiece.
Be warned, my friends, here is an aesthical and visual shock, and a truly pleasant one!
I introduced you the Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication at the very beginnning of this year:
For those who want to re read the post, or to discover this watch, here is the link:
jlc.watchprosite.com
Now that you've been warned enough, and that you saw the original model, it is now time to show you what I consider as my absolute favourite Haute Joaillerie watch- or should I say " Metiers D'Art "?- a step further in Poetry and Perfection.
Are you ready?
Let's go!
The Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication Venice Edition:
On this version, the case strictly has the same dimensions ( 44 mm big, and 15, 6 mm thick ), and it is, like the former edition, in white gold.
The case back is identical too, as well as the finish of the movement, from what I've been told, and of course, the combination of complication offered on this watch:
Hour, Minute, Rotating Flying Tourbillon and Sky Chart, Minute Repeater with cathedral crystal gong. Zodiac indication, Month and 24 hours indicator, Trebuchet Hammers.
What deeply change are the dial, the hands the axis of the hands, and the treatment of the sides of the case.
Enamelling and Engraving, which are two specialities from La Grande Maison, have been preferred to setting jewels, for this watch.
The hand engraved motives give to the flanks a " bouchonné " effect which works very well on this precious watch and offers a very nice play of light.
But what to say about the dial???
Have a look, first, at the axis of the hands.
On both version, you have a sun, if you pay attention.
But on the Venice Edition, it is not totally shaped in the same way, and it strongly contrasts with the deeper blue dial.
Then, look at the hands. Here again, another change.
They have been changed for more stylised models, very retro looking, more " delicate " than the dauphine hands.
The enamel dial, all in relief with its two parts and levels, offers a lot of attraction.
The darker blue gives some very pleasant depth, too.
To say all, I'm even wondering if, for once, I'm not preferring the " Haute Joaillerie " version to the " normal " one, which means a lot, as you know that the MGT GC is very dear to my heart!
I don't know the price of this watch, but does it really matter, is it really important to know?
Aaah, I didn't tell you?
This is a Piece Unique...
I envy a lot its future owner.
Looking forward to hear your thoughts on this esoteric piece,
Best.
Nicolas
This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-10-05 02:48:34 This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-10-07 23:49:44 
