Louis Vuitton: Escale Platinum Guilloché & Grand Feu Enamel Dial
- laurie2769
- Feb 25
- 2 min read
The Louis Vuitton Escale Platinum Guilloché and Grand Feu Enamel Dial watch is a luxurious timepiece that combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Limited to just 50 pieces, this exclusive edition pays homage to Louis Vuitton’s iconic trunks through intricate artisanal techniques.
Exquisite Dial Craftsmanship
The dial begins as a solid gold disc, meticulously crafted by four master artisans. It features two traditional techniques:
Guilloché: Using a hand-operated rose engine, artisans engrave a mesmerizing radial pattern that dates back to the 18th century.
Grand Feu Enamel: Applied using champlevé (filling recessed cells) and flinqué (transparent enamel over guilloché) techniques, the enamel is fired at over 800°C to achieve its rich and translucent finish.
A unique feature is the counter enamel on the reverse side of the dial, preventing deformation during firing and inscribed with “Guilloché Main, Émail Grand Feu” as a message to future watchmakers.
Innovative Hour Markers
Each of the 18k white gold hour indices is riveted to the enamel dial through precision laser-cut holes, a rare feat in watchmaking due to enamel’s fragile nature. This innovative process preserves the dial’s integrity while enhancing its visual appeal.
Superior Materials and Movement
The 39mm platinum case features a polished bezel and satin-finished lugs, inspired by Louis Vuitton’s trunks. The watch is powered by the LFT023 caliber, a self-winding mechanical movement developed by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton in collaboration with Le Cercle des Horlogers. Certified by the Geneva Observatory, it offers a 50-hour power reserve and high precision with a variation of -4/+6 seconds per day.
Elegant Design Details
Hands: 18k white gold hour and minute hands, titanium seconds hand
Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Strap: Blue calf leather with a platinum pin buckle engraved with Louis Vuitton’s signature
Water Resistance: Up to 50 meters
The Louis Vuitton Escale Platinum Guilloché and Grand Feu Enamel Dial is a masterpiece of haute horlogerie, blending age-old craftsmanship with modern innovation. Its limited production guarantees exclusivity, making it a coveted piece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine watchmaking.
For further information: www.louisvuitton.com.
