DeLaneau presents one of its latest creations, The DeLaneau Elements, a unique timepiece, which celebrates the art of Grand Feu enamelling.
This outstanding creation is perhaps one of the most representative embodiments of DeLaneau’s fascination with art and nature. Every detail was carefully studied – every floral or animal element was examined in its most detailed anatomy in order to create an ensemble in which perspectives and light combine to form a beautiful harmony. Creating this dial was a remarkable feat of skill, as our artisan enamellist explains: “I had to set my loupe to its maximum magnification. I couldn’t work for more than an hour at a time because I often couldn’t breathe – I had to hold my breath and let my hand guide my movements with its inner feelings, totally independent of my body and mind.”
The Grand Feu enamelled miniature painting for this creation ishoused in a 42 mm red gold case set with a rainbow of 74 baguette-cut precious stones (8 rubies, 12 blue sapphires, 20 yellow and orange sapphires, 14 tsavorites and 20 diamonds) and 116 brilliant-cut diamonds. The piece also features a diamond-set crown. It is equipped with an automatic movement and an alligator strap with a red gold deploying buckle set with 24 diamonds. This pièce unique features a total of 3.60 ct of diamonds and a 3.11 ct combination of rubies, sapphires, tsavorites and diamonds.
