On the occasion of Chinese New Year, the Imperiale watch, a Chopard
classic, appears adorned with jade, an exceptional stone symbolising virtue and
purity.
When the codes of contemporary elegance
echo the grandeur of the Roman Empire, a true classic is clearly in the making.
Born in the 1990s and entirely revisited in 2010, the Imperiale exudes an
appeal stemming first and foremost from its harmonious proportions and refined
details.
Endowed with a powerful and symbolic character, it asserts itself as
the natural choice for women impelled by an all-conquering spirit.
The serene strength of its details
distils a wealth of characteristics that are all nods to the heyday of the
imperial age, from the Roman numerals that punctuate the dial to the hands
whose curves echo the tapered daggers used by sovereigns during battle.
This
new model sees the appearance of jade, the ultimate symbol of imperial
dynasties. By definition extremely fragile and complex to work with, a vividly
coloured jade of exceptional quality enhances the dial with its gleaming
radiance.
A crown delicately curved like a lotus
flower and set with diamonds is fitted on the case middle with its pure, sleek
sides designed to give the model a lighter touch and a more luminous glow.
The
shape of the lugs echoes the tradition of ancient columns that are famed for
their perfectly balanced proportions.
The sheer wealth and finesse of its
details make the Imperiale collection an eminently feminine model, and its
timeless chic revives the spirit and the splendour of imperial classicism.
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