Vibrant Enamel Dials: Patek Philippe, UN, F.P. Journe

kykw · 2019-10-02T20:42:09Z

Explore vibrant enamel dials from Patek Philippe and Ulysse Nardin, plus the F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu. A collector's view on color and artistry.

Kykw shares highlights from a Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition, focusing on the vibrant enamel dials of two Ulysse Nardin and Patek Philippe pieces, alongside a F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu. This post celebrates the artistry of enamel work and the striking colors found in high horology, offering a visual feast and insights into collector preferences. Kykw's personal Patek Philippe 5235G adds another dimension to the discussion of colorful dials.

The grand exhibition was nice, but the real highlight for me was meeting two fellow Purists, Gordon and Jay, over coffee. Gordon showed us two of his enamel pieces, as I learnt to appreciate the creation of enamel in finer details. The dynamism and the different levels of shades in colour are very impressive. There’s a side by side comparison between his UN and Patek. I have a small preference for the Lion because I like how the case with wider bezel and strong lugs frame the enamel dial.

Jay came with his Chronometre Bleu, arguably the most vibrant single colour dial across different brands. An excellent watch too.

I must not have realized that there’s a colour dial theme going on as I’ve been traveling with my 5235G.

Thanks gentlemen for meeting up. Let’s do it again soon.

Ken

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe enamel piece featuring a lion is inspired by Henri Rousseau's painting 'The Dream,' adding a layer of artistic and historical context to the watch's design.
Between the two enamel pieces, the Ulysse Nardin is aesthetically preferred by some, highlighting individual taste in intricate dial artistry.
The F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu is recognized for having one of the most vibrant single-color dials across various brands, making it a standout piece.

The Discussion

Jay (Eire)

Oct 2, 2019

Gordon’s pieces stole the show a little. How could they not? Between the two however I think my aesthetic preference lies with the UN.

Jay (Eire)

Oct 2, 2019

Most of us don’t need the encouragement to chase new pieces, we are doing enough damage all by ourselves. With a group like this fuel just gets added to the fire.

mahesh

Oct 3, 2019

each one of you've have got a very good taste, would be quite hard to choose one fav out of them !! Best, mahesh.,

GLau

Oct 3, 2019

Your 5235 looks plenty good ! 👍

GLau

Oct 3, 2019

declared bankruptcy long ago !!

GLau

Oct 3, 2019

deer staring at a car's headlights !! LOL !! Here is the original post explaining its origin if you are interested

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