Enameller
The master enameller,
artisan of colour
This Métiers d'art is so rare that few master craftsmen alive possess the skill necessary to faithfully reproduce a design on a dial. It takes years of training to master each enamelling technique. Grand Feu, cloisonné or champlevé, each has unforgiving specificities in terms of surface, pigments and firing. In each, the magic of fire fuses the matrix to yield colours immune to time’s arrow.
The Legacy of Fire and Color
Enamelling, timeless
radiance born of fire
Enamelling is one of the most delicate and ancient crafts in watchmaking. Combining art and tradition in ever stroke, the enameller layers finely ground glass mixed with oxide pigments onto a metal surface. Firing at high temperatures for precise times brings the vibrant colours to life yielding luminous masterpieces.
Masters of alchemy
Enamelling techniques:
an art of precision
From Grand Feu to cloisonné and champlevé, each enamelling technique demands years of training and an unerring eye for detail. Firing, which fuses the vitreous material to the surface is an especially critical step that requires precise control of temperature and timing, as well as deep knowledge of the way the pigments behave. But the result is a dial of unfading beauty.
A LABOUR OF PATIENCE
Perfection in every detail
Every dial tells a story through its colours and patterns – a story the enameller must combine technical expertise with artistic vision to render. The pigments must be selected and precisely mixed. Each layer must be carefully applied and fired, sometimes dozens of times, to achieve the desired result. Each piece is a record of care and savoir-faire, infused with soul and history.
The Brilliance of Enamel
Timepieces with radiant colours and depth
The art of enamelwork is magnificently displayed in these exceptional watches. From the vibrant hues of the Métiers d’Art collections to custom designs for collectors, each piece reflects the precision and dedication of the enameller’s craft. Explore the gallery to admire rich colours and exquisite details that celebrate the possibilities of enamel in Haute Horlogerie.
Métiers d'art
Crafting excellence: the artisans
of Vacheron Constantin
Vacheron Constantin’s timepieces are expressions of the highest craftsmanship from exceptional artisans working in harmony across métiers d’art that include engraving, enamelling and watchmaking. Their passion and skill ensure every creation upholds the brand’s legacy of precision and artistry.
