Vacheron Constantin expands its boutique exclusive Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières series by adding a new model dedicated to Sydney.

Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières

Introduced in 2017, the Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières collection is a fusion of two exceptional arts: hand-applied precious powder, a technique mastered by Japanese guest artist Yoko Imai and traditional grand feu champlevé enamelling.

Each of these timepieces displays a ‘light cartography’ of the selected city. On dials draped with a grand feu enamelled base in deep shades, a wide variety of hand-applied precious powders creates a bird’s-eye view miniature tableau of these sprawling urban expanses.

In 2017, the Geneva Manufacture launched first three Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières watches respectively dedicated to the nocturnal magic of Geneva, Paris, and New York. After expanding the range by adding Beijing and Tokyo Models, the Maison is presenting a new variant dedicated to Sydney.

Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières Sydney

In this new Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières watch, the lights of Sydney shine through the blue-tinted night. The golden gleam of grand feu champlevé enamel reveals the deep blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, rimming emerald green parks and gardens.

Its brilliance outlines the contours of the city, distinctly displaying the location of legendary landmarks such as the Opera House, the historic port of Walsh Bay and Harbour Bridge. The gold dust boats gliding across enamelled water, the streets and the centres of activity are adorned with precious spangles testifying to the nightlife of the Australian metropolis.

Displaying the hours, minutes and seconds, each Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières watch is driven by the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin mechanical self-winding Caliber 2460 SC. Visible through the sapphire crystal case-back, the 22 carats gold oscillating weight features a finely executed decoration inspired by the Maltese cross, the Vacheron Constantin signature emblem.

Each of the components is adorned with finishes crafted in accordance with the finest watchmaking skills exemplified by bevelling, circular-graining and polishing.

This Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece has a 40 mm diameter case made of 18K white gold.

Technical details

Model: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Villes Lumières Sydney
Reference 86222/000G-B916

Movement
Calibre 2460 SC
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
26.2 mm (11¼’’’) diameter, 3.6 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour)
182 components
27 jewels
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces

Indications
Hours, minutes and center seconds

Case
18K white gold
40 mm diameter, 8.9 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
The name of the city is engraved on the back of the timepiece.

Dial
18K gold dial with grand feu champlevé & translucent enamel and powder of precious stones (diamonds, pearl) & precious metal (gold, platinum) filled by hand

Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather with alligator inner shell, large square scales
Buckle 18K white gold buckle, Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

Availability
Only available in Vacheron Constantin Boutiques

Other versions
86222/000G-B101 – Geneva
86222/000G-B104 – Paris
86222/000G-B105 – New York
86222/000G-B107 – Beijing
86222/000G-B106 – Tokyo