Transforming the signs of the Chinese zodiac into vibrant works of art has become Piaget’s tradition ringing in the Chinese New Year. Every year since 2012, the Maison has staged that year’s zodiac sign on the dial of one of its ultra-thin Altiplano watches, masterfully handcrafted in the great Grand Feu cloisonné enamelling tradition. In 2017 the rooster joins the limited edition collection, creatively interpreted, enamelled and engraved, within the confines of the Altiplano’s extremely thin 38mm case. The handcrafted enamel is further enhanced by the beauty of 78 brilliant-cut diamonds set on the watch’s white gold case. Limited to just 38 pieces, this collector’s edition is truly a work of art. But this isn’t all. Piaget has further raised a toast to the Chinese New Year by celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Tourbillon Relatif movement through a piece unique in itself. The Polo Tourbillon Relatif, brings together white gold and black enamel, with the numbers on its dial replaced by the 12 zodiac signs and the back bearing the Chinese symbol of longevity. The dial of the Piaget Polo timepiece combines champlevé Grand Feu enamelling with delicate hand engravings of each of the animals. The champlevé technique consists in eliminating the excess material to reveal the desired design rather than simply etching the design into the metal. From its dial to the back and the sides of the case, this model can be entirely personalized. All we can say is, your New Year isn’t complete without this very Piaget tribute to Asia.
