Patek Philippe Rousseau Enamel Lion Homecoming

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GLau's post captures a unique horological pilgrimage, bringing his Patek Philippe and Chopard lion enamel watches to meet their artistic inspiration: Henri Rousseau's 'The Dream' at MoMA. This personal journey highlights the profound connection collectors can feel to the artistry behind their timepieces, especially those featuring rare métiers d'art like grand feu enamel. His experience underscores how a watch can transcend mere timekeeping to become a portable piece of art with a rich narrative.

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Hi All,

Previously I posted about my joy of getting the Rousseau enamel lion. http://www.watchprosite.com/page-wf.forumpost/fi-11/pi-8778826/ti-1139431/s-0/t--hi-all-the-dream-watch-special-meaning-in-several-ways-as-explained-below-has-just-came-true-for-me-please-allow-me-to-share-my-utmost-excitement-this-reference-is-my-biggest-catch-ever-and-i-am-now-a-truly-satisfied-patek-enamel-purists--/

Recently I brought my Patek and Chopard lions to MoMA in New York to meet the Rousseau lion in the painting "The Dream".

The painting is HUGE and much bigger than I thought!

The amount of different colors and small details are just amazing! I now have even more admiration for Henri Rousseau as a painter.

What do you guys think of this family reunion?

Cheers,

Gordon

Lion Daddy meets son for the first time

Lion dad meets his own Patek son and illegitimate Chopard son ! LOL!

A HUGE painting !

Amazing details on the painting and the Anita Porchet enamel dial amazingly replicated the painting so so well !

As a separate matter, a Chinese watch magazine will include this photo in the October issue

Key Points from the Discussion

The author undertook a challenging 24-hour trip, including a redeye flight and a cancelled connection, to attend the Patek Grand Exhibition and later visit MoMA for this 'reunion.'
The original painting, 'The Dream,' is significantly larger and more detailed than anticipated, deepening the appreciation for Henri Rousseau's artistry and the enamel dial's faithful replication.
The community expressed strong admiration for the watches as stunning examples of art in watchmaking and appreciated the experience of connecting them with the original artwork.
One contributor suggested that Patek Philippe, despite its traditionalist approach, could explore enamel dials featuring modern artists like Keith Haring, given the vibrant and detailed nature of his work.
Capturing wrist shots with the painting was challenging due to the high volume of visitors at MoMA, requiring persistence to find the right moment.
The author also shared images of Picasso's 'Three Musicians' and 'Woman in a Mirror' from MoMA, prompting further discussion on their suitability for enamel dials, with one user preferring the former for its colors and details.

The Discussion

Pretty Boy

Oct 7, 2017

Hi Gordon, this is really great stuff. Thanks for sharing.

Did you travel to NYC just for this “family reunion “? Best, Volker

GLau

Oct 7, 2017

Hi, Long story ! First, We were in LA and then were on our way to...

suppose to fly to Toronto, but I left my family and flew redeye to New York to attend a few hours at the last day of the Patek Grand Exhibtion. After the visit and lunch with PuristS aloha Bab and Keith, I flew up to Toronto (after my original flight was cancelled !) to meet up with my family. It was a nightmare of a 24 hour trip but was well with it but had no time for MOMA. Second, Thereafter we went back to NY for a week and went to MOMA finally! Cheers, Gordon

Pretty Boy

Oct 7, 2017

I’m glad you made it second time around! [nt]

KC_HK

Oct 8, 2017

Amazing pics!

Glad you were able to reunite the family at MoMA. Your next project is to bring the father home! Keith

GLau

Oct 9, 2017

Hi Keith, yes, I will be relocating the father from MoMA to my home...

when I am in "The Dream" ! Cheers, Gordon

sham1

Oct 7, 2017

If only

the lions could talk! very nice photos Gordon and nice to see your lion returning to its roots

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