The work on the dial is breathtaking; we are dealing with a complex marquetry exercise, made from different materials, including wood, parchment, and even straw. If Rose Saneuil, French master of marquetry, is at the origin of this marvel, this jungle where we see a snake about to devour a fruit also includes a champlevé enamel made by Eddy Jaquet and Vanessa Lecci, two others craftsmen with an impeccable track record. The result: a precious painting, which highlights the wildness of nature in 14 different shades of green.
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The detail goes even further. Bamboo leaves are engraved on the exterior of the bezel. The engravings continue on the sides of the case, where we can also see the LV signature adorning the crown in emerald green. The waves running down the sides are also present on the caseback, which shows part of the LFT023 movement powering the watch. Although it pays homage to the Chinese lunar year, the Japanese motifs are numerous and abundant and are also found on the bracelet, which imitates the hilt of a katana, with hand-woven calfskin in a green irresistible dark.
With a white gold case measuring 40 mm in diameter and an execution so complex that it includes 367 parts dedicated solely to decoration, this watch exudes pure luxury, while symbolizing the wisdom and renewal of the zodiacal serpent . Getting your hands on one of the 20 examples of the Louis Vuitton Escale “Snakes Jungle” won’t be easy, but if you manage to do so, prepare to pay around 280,000 euros. Yes, art has to be paid for…
-Originally published on GQ España
Belgium
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