Ulysse Nardin Year of the Monkey Enamel Dial Review

Key Points from the Discussion

• Many collectors agree that the Ulysse Nardin Year of the Monkey and Year of the Goat enamel dials are less captivating compared to earlier releases like the Dragon, Snake, and Horse motifs.
• While the craftsmanship for details like banana leaves on the Monkey dial is good, the overall design lacks the vibrant colors and intricate details that made previous animal-themed enamel watches more appealing.
• Ulysse Nardin has demonstrated strong cloisonné enamel work in other motifs, such as ships, indicating their capability to produce high-quality enamel dials when the design choices are more compelling.
• The perceived 'miss' with the Goat and Monkey dials might not be a decline in workmanship but rather a choice of less eye-catching colors and models, setting a high bar with initial releases that wasn't met this time.
• Some collectors express a preference for enamel watches from other brands, such as Laurent Ferrier, when considering colored enamel dials.
• A suggestion is made for Ulysse Nardin to create a special cloisonné enamel dial for an Hourstriker model, combining the brand's chiming complication with bespoke enamel artistry.