Discover Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest additions to the Perlée collection – the Fruits Enchantés Myrtille and Framboise watches. A poetic blend of enamel, sculpted gold, and miniature painting, redefining luxury watchmaking.
A New Chapter in the Perlée Legacy
Van Cleef & Arpels has once again captivated collectors with the expansion of its iconic Perlée watch collection, unveiling two extraordinary timepieces inspired by the beauty of nature. Named Fruits Enchantés Myrtille and Framboise, these watches bring together enamel, sculpted gold, miniature painting, and gem-setting, embodying the maison’s unparalleled mastery of métiers d’art.
The Timeless Charm of Perlée
The story of Perlée dates back to the 1920s, when delicate golden beads were first used to frame gemstones and enhance design curves. Over decades, these beads became a signature motif of Van Cleef & Arpels, symbolizing joy, refinement, and timeless elegance. From adorning the famous Alhambra collection in 1968 to earning its own dedicated line in 2008, Perlée has evolved into a design language of its own—bridging history with contemporary innovation.
Craftsmanship That Blends Heritage and Innovation
The Perlée collection is more than ornamental beauty; it reflects a philosophy of evolution. Combining yellow, rose, and white gold with dazzling diamonds, the designs are both versatile for everyday wear and sophisticated enough for collectors. Each new creation pushes the boundaries of artistry while staying true to the maison’s heritage.
Introducing Fruits Enchantés: Myrtille and Framboise
This year, the maison introduces a radiant evolution of Perlée with the enchanting Myrtille and Framboise watches. Inspired by the lush imagery of nature, these timepieces feature sculpted fruit, delicately painted foliage, and whimsical fairies. Together, they create miniature dreamscapes on the dial, merging fantasy with horological excellence.
Enamel Innovation with Lifelike Fruits
At the heart of each watch lies a jewel-like fruit— a plump blueberry for Myrtille and a juicy raspberry for Framboise. These are crafted using the maison’s patented façonné enamel technique, introduced in 2023. Through carefully controlled firings, engraving, polishing, and glazing, the enamel achieves a remarkable three-dimensional quality, making the fruit appear both luminous and lifelike.
A Symphony of Artistic Métiers
Every dial is a canvas of creativity, blending miniature-painted leaves, engraved gold textures, and diamond-set fairies. The delicate brushstrokes recreate the fine veins of leaves, while engraved backgrounds add shimmering depth. The sculpted gold and enamel provide striking contrasts, resulting in dials that feel alive with movement and emotion.
Hidden Symbols of Joy and Elegance
Van Cleef & Arpels’ attention to detail extends even to the caseback. The Framboise carries an engraved ladybird, while the Myrtille hides a butterfly—intimate touches reserved for the wearer. Powered by Swiss quartz movements, these watches combine precision with artistry, ensuring both technical reliability and poetic allure.
Extraordinary Dials: A Testament to Mastery
Belonging to the maison’s celebrated Extraordinary Dials collection, each watch requires up to 300 hours of craftsmanship. The process involves engraving, enameling, gem-setting, and lapidary work—often with tools handmade by the artisans themselves. The result is not merely a timepiece but a wearable work of art that embodies the maison’s dedication to preserving rare, generational skills in haute horlogerie.
A Legacy Carried Into Haute Horlogerie
With the Perlée Extraordinaire Fruits Enchantés Myrtille and Framboise, Van Cleef & Arpels extends the joyful elegance of its Perlée jewellery into the realm of fine watchmaking. These enchanting creations reaffirm the maison’s reputation as a pioneer of poetic complications and timeless artistry in the world of luxury watches.
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