PATEK PHILIPPE | LES FAISANS, REFERENCE 1426M-001 A UNIQUE AND EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE GILT BRASS SOLAR POWERED DOME TABLE CLOCK WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL, MADE IN 1995 " | 百達翡麗 | Les Faisans 型號1426M-001 獨一無二及極為吸引鍍金銅製太陽能座鐘，備掐絲琺瑯，機芯編號1804688，1995年製"

While Patek Philippe has always been known for its highly complicated horology wristwatches and pocket watches that are encased with the most elegant designs, the Maison was equally an advocate in the field of photoelectric, electronic, and nuclear timekeeping since 1948. At the time when stable electricity was not granted to the general public, Patek Philippe was determined to discover a system that can convert light into potential energy for powering horological devices. This had led to the ground-breaking invention of the manual caliber 17-250, a movement which harnesses solar panels and accumulators to power a mechanical clock like the Dome clock.

While Dome clocks are often not as well-known as some of Patek Philippe’s wristwatches, they are one of the most collectible products of Patek Philippe. Characterized by their cylindrical form, spherical top and often found finely decorated with traditional artisanal techniques such as cloisonné enamels, each clock is unique by its own ornamentations.

Given the theme “Les Faisans” which translate as pheasants in French, the present Dome clock features three horizontal polychrome cloisonné enamel panels that are decorated with a field of marvelously colored pheasants standing and soaring against a background of a hazy morning in a summer forest.

Rendered in polychrome enamel which finely recreates a vision of opulence and regality, the enamellist A. M. Secretan finely displays Patek Philippe’s strength in merging fine art with watchmaking. Complete with accessories and in stunning condition, the present Dome Clock is undoubtedly a masterwork of art.