Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Dragon

patrick_y · 2023-12-06T16:44:25Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Dragon, a masterpiece of in-house engraving and enameling. Discover collector insights on this unique JLC timepiece.

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The community speculates on JLC's strategy for these animal-themed Reverso editions, questioning if the selection of animals like dragons and tigers is driven by marketability rather than a comprehensive representation of the Chinese Zodiac.
There's a desire among collectors for these highly decorated Reverso models to incorporate unique complications on the dial side, such as a retrograde seconds or a Memovox alarm, to complement the artistic case back.
The new Dragon engraving is perceived by some as a more refined design compared to previous animal-themed Reverso models, such as the Tiger, despite the stylistic similarities.
Collectors are curious about the case material options for such a bespoke piece, anticipating it will likely be offered exclusively in precious metals like gold, with platinum being a desired but less probable option.
The discussion touches upon the potential for other forms of artistic expression on the Reverso's case back, such as enamel paintings of famous artworks, suggesting a broader scope for customization beyond traditional animal motifs.
A contributor notes that while enamel is rare on case backs, Omega did feature a blue enamel Snoopy on the case back of its Silver Snoopy 45th anniversary edition, indicating precedents for such artistic applications.

The Discussion

robsallnow

Dec 6, 2023

represent a new design…I thought it was odd an older watch was being featured but it’s now a dragon rather than a tiger.A nicer engraving design than the previous model, I feel

patrick_y

Dec 6, 2023

I wonder - is JLC only doing the animals that will sell well? Tiger? Dragon? There are other animals like the rabbit that seem to have been skipped - probably because dragons and tiger sell better? That would make it a money grab in a sense.

patrick_y

Dec 6, 2023

What does Amanico want? A Western Dragon? Maybe a backside with an enamel painting of a Vermeer or a Monet? The last time I was at L'Orangerie, they had closed the Magritte exhibit! I was so sad! I like Magritte and the juxtaposition and paradoxes in his art. Maybe an enamel painting or an engraving of a work of art on the back of a Reverso? Hmm... What would Amanico want? Oh! I know! You'd wear it as a blood type indicator! O Negative (the universal blood that can be transfused into any patient

patrick_y

Dec 6, 2023

I hope it isn't too big! The last one you liked had three or four faces and was HUGE. And cost a million Euros. Hopefully the next one would be more affordable. I have been dreaming about your minute repeater!

j.jota

Dec 6, 2023

I do agree with Nico, though... maybe pair a beautiful enamel engraving on the backside with a unique complication on the front... retrograde seconds perhaps or power reserve just to keep it simple? What about an alarm/Memovox Reverso...?

ArmisT

Dec 6, 2023

I’m guessing a piece like this doesn’t include a steel option. Platinum would be nice, but this probably only in gold.

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