Introducing the new Kurono Chronograph 3 HISUI:翡翠 - a fresh and distinctive art-deco design approach from master watchmaker Hajime Asaoka that takes inspiration from a piece of natural jadeite sensei collected along the coast of Itoigawa.
HISUI:翡翠 introduces a new multi-layering painting process for the jade-green radial on the dial - a first in any Kurono timepiece. The layers deliver a raised visual effect against the purity of the off-white lacquer dial, mimicking taka maki-e (高蒔絵).
Pointillism technique was applied for the jade-green radial to deliver an expression of the stone texture of jadeite. Additionally, the micro-metallic particles introduced are inspired by the mineral inclusions found in raw jade. A final coat of clear lacquer is then applied to seal, resulting in a luxurious gloss. The result makes it highly recognizable on the wrist from afar, but when up-close exudes a certain nobility like a semi-precious stone.
Extreme light-play is accentuated, taking on rich green to light seafoam tones according to the angle of light magnified through the box-sapphire glass.
Priced at US$3,460, HISUI:翡翠 will be available for purchase at www.kuronotokyo.com across two windows.
Preorder Window 1:
(JST) Japan: Tuesday, 21 November, 11:00AM
(BST) London: Tuesday, 21 November, 2:00AM
(EDT) New York: Monday, 20 November, 9:00PM
(GST) Dubai: Tuesday, 21 November, 6:00AM
Preorder Window 2:
(JST) Japan: Tuesday, 21 November, 11:00PM
(BST) London: Tuesday, 21 November, 2:00PM
(EDT) New York: Tuesday, 21 November, 9:00AM
(GST) Dubai: Tuesday, 21 November, 6:00PM
HISUI:翡翠 is a limited production watch in the hundreds and will not be repeated.
9 ноя 2023
