Tiffany & Co. – Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria

Tiffany & Co., a name synonymous with timeless elegance, has once again pushed the boundaries of artistic craftsmanship with the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch. This exquisite timepiece pays tribute to the artistry of Louis Comfort Tiffany and his celebrated contributions to the Art Nouveau movement, specifically the renowned Wisteria table lamp. A marvel of design and technique, the watch embodies the intricate beauty and dazzling detail that Tiffany & Co. has championed for generations.

Louis Comfort Tiffany, the son of Tiffany & Co.’s founder, became the company’s design director in 1902 and left an indelible mark on the world of design. The Wisteria table lamp, conceived at Tiffany Studios in the early 1900s and attributed to designer Clara Driscoll, stands as one of the most recognizable symbols of the Art Nouveau movement. The cascading blue and green blooms of the lamp have been skillfully reimagined in the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch, blending historical design motifs with modern craftsmanship.

The use of floral and natural themes in Tiffany’s Art Nouveau pieces was revolutionary, and the Wisteria lamp encapsulated this aesthetic. Its multicolored glass latticework, paired with the interplay of light, created an almost ethereal effect. This same spirit is captured in the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch, which uses artisanal techniques to echo the delicate translucence of the original lamp.

At the heart of this watch is a handcrafted plique-à-jour enamel dial. This ancient technique involves filling tiny metal cells with translucent enamel, leaving no backing to block light from passing through. The result is a surface that mimics stained glass, glowing with vibrant green and blue hues. The process of creating plique-à-jour enamel is painstaking, requiring an expert’s touch to ensure the material’s strength and clarity. This meticulous attention to detail elevates the watch beyond a functional accessory, transforming it into a piece of wearable art.

The enamel dial is framed by 12 diamond hour markers, each one a distinct cut that showcases Tiffany’s expertise in diamond artistry. Drawing inspiration from vintage Tiffany advertisements for diamond engagement rings, the cuts include round brilliant, baguette, cushion, Tiffany True, marquise, Asscher, heart, pear, oval, emerald, triangle, and princess. Each hour glitters with its unique brilliance, adding to the watch’s visual complexity.

The 38mm white gold case of the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch is a masterpiece of gem-setting artistry. A total of 627 snow-set diamonds in eight different diameters blanket the surface of the case. This technique arranges diamonds in a way that mimics the appearance of freshly fallen snow, creating a dazzling, irregular pattern that sparkles from every angle. The bezel adds even more brilliance with an additional 59 diamonds, while the crown, designed to resemble Tiffany’s iconic engagement ring setting, features a single brilliant-cut diamond secured by six prongs.

Although the caseback is closed, the watch is powered by a Swiss automatic movement crafted by Le Temps Manufacture. This movement, the LTM2100 automatic, measures just 15.7mm and features a single barrel. Operating at 25,200 vibrations per hour, it provides a power reserve of 38 hours. While the movement remains hidden from view, its precision ensures that the Eternity by Tiffany Wisteria watch is as reliable as it is beautiful.

The watch is paired with a dark blue alligator strap that complements the colours of the plique-à-jour enamel dial. The strap is secured with a white gold T-pin buckle adorned with 10 brilliant-cut diamonds. While the exact number of pieces produced remains undisclosed, the artisanal nature of the plique-à-jour enamel dial suggests that it will be created in limited quantities.