Monsieur Arpels Latérale
Van Cleef & Arpels' intention was a timepiece of absolute classicism, whose technical precision would be elegantly viewed from the eye.
The beautiful white lacquer dial makes it extraordinarily easy to read the time against a simple and spare design, whose elegance is enhanced by the eccentric positioning of the second dial. The seconds hand shifts from 6 o'clock to 4.45 o'clock and is controlled by a specially designed wheel that stops it from trembling.
This is very much part of the aesthetic parti pris of the Van Cleef & Arpels style, where the impact of asymmetry is so delightfully felt. This dial reflects the discreet elegance and refinement of its owner.
The mechanism works for forty-two hours without winding. Of optimum comfort when worn, Mr Arpels Latérale features an especially discreet display showing when it next needs winding.
This elegant timepiece offers its wearer a new way of reading information on how long it has to run, through a specially designed display inset on the side. Hence the name, Latérale.
Another illustration of the creativity characteristic of Van Cleef & Arpels, who fundamentally redesigned the timepiece to provide an innovative functionality. The feature stems from a combination of technical expertise and advanced design, in a harmonious reworking of the finest watch-making expertise.
The elegance and innovative quality of this watch consists in offering its wearer a new way to read the power reserve information, indicated on the side of the case through a window. Once again, faithful to the values of the House, discreet elegance and technical expertise are pleasures reserved for the sole use of the owner of the watch.
Technical Details
Case
- 40 mm diameter
- Scratch-proof sapphir glass
- Stainless steel water-resistant up to 3 ATM
- Side window at 9 o'clock indicating power reserve
Dial
- 4 Hour indexes in Roman numerals
- White laquer dial
- Polished satin-finish hands for better readability
Movement
- VCA movement based on a Swiss mechanical movement
- 21 rubies
- 42 hour autonomy
Strap
- Black Alligator or steel strap for steel model
- Folding clasp with integrated security system
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