Van Cleef & Arpels Féerie VCARO8T500

Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Feerie 18K Watch

Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Feerie Poetic Complications 38mm 18K White Gold and Diamond Watch Ref. VCARO8T500 - A masterwork of artistry and horological finesse, the Lady Arpels Feerie embodies Van Cleef & Arpels' enchanting fusion of jewelry craftsmanship and mechanical poetry. Every detail tells a story, each diamond, each engraving, and each gesture of the fairy that graces its dial is a testament to the maison's dedication to beauty and imagination. The 38mm case, crafted from 18K white gold, is adorned with a fully diamond-set bezel, complemented by additional stones on the crown, lugs, spring bars, and tang clasp. The guilloche blue enamel dial serves as a celestial backdrop for the sculpted rhodium-plated white gold fairy, whose diamond-set wings shimmer with ethereal brilliance. In total, the watch features 182 diamonds, creating a breathtaking interplay of light and movement. At its heart beats the manual-winding Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 846, paired with a retrograde time display module by Agenhor, developed exclusively for Van Cleef & Arpels. The fairy's wand and wings delicately indicate the hours and minutes, transforming the act of timekeeping into a poetic ballet. The movement offers a 30-hour power reserve, reflecting the maison's signature blend of technical precision and emotional artistry. Offered in pre-owned condition, this Lady Arpels Feerie Poetic Complications remains one of the most iconic and collectible expressions of Van Cleef & Arpels' "Poetic Complications" series, where horology meets haute joaillerie in the most magical way. Auction Note: The buyer of this lot will receive an appreciation letter from Prince Lorenzo de' Medici for participating in his family's auction. Shipping Note: This item is located in Orlando, Florida. Shipping will be at the expense of the buyer. The auction house will help facilitate shipping arrangements, if necessary.