Credits: Article and images by Lee Sheng @ Revolution Watch Magazine. See the original article here - https://revolutionwatch.com/vacheron-constantin-metiers-d-art-chinese-traditional-symbols/
If “Eternal Flow” represents the day, then “Moonlight Silvers” is made for the night. Notably, the Chinese press kit reveals another layer of naming for these watches. The former is named 日涌乾坤 (Rì Yǒng Qiánkūn), which translates to “The Sun Pouring Over the World,” while the latter is called 月耀星河 (Yuè Yào Xīnghé), meaning “Moonlight Over the Galaxy.” This naming more accurately captures the day-and-night complement between the two. Additionally, one might view the former as more masculine and the latter as more feminine. Both versions are available in either white or rose gold, making the collection a complete quartet.
In a world where competition between the East and West is increasingly prominent, it is refreshing to see meaningful exchanges between these civilizations through art. The “Tribute to Traditional Symbols” collection by Vacheron Constantin is a prime example of this, blending Eastern and Western traditions into high-quality pieces.
More broadly, the “Tribute to Traditional Symbols” collection celebrates the historical exchange of knowledge between ancient cultures. Historian Arun Bala highlights how modern science emerged from the interplay of ideas across civilizations — where knowledge from India, China, the Middle East, and the West converged to shape contemporary science. It is inspiring to witness this cultural exchange continue today, facilitated by the collaboration between the Swiss watchmaker and Chinese researchers. I hope this fusion of traditions will inspire new artisanal techniques and styles, much like the evolution of Jingtai Blue enamel in China.
Credits: Article and images by Lee Sheng @ Revolution Watch Magazine. See the original article here - https://revolutionwatch.com/vacheron-constantin-metiers-d-art-chinese-traditional-symbols/
