Piaget unveils the Andy Warhol watch, formerly the Black Tie, with a Clou de Paris pattern and blue meteorite dial. Price € 67,200
Piaget celebrates one of its most iconic wristwatches with a fresh interpretation featuring an intricate Clou de Paris pattern on the case and a rare blue meteorite dial.
Previously known as the Black Tie, this timepiece has been formally renamed the Andy Warhol watch, thanks to an official new collaboration under license with The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.
The new name is fitting, given the special connection between Piaget and the acclaimed American artist.
In 1973, Warhol acquired his Piaget Black Tie watch, adding it to the six other Piaget timepieces in his collection (four of which are now part of Piaget’s Private Collection). Warhol formed an authentic friendship with the Maison after meeting Yves Piaget in New York in 1979. Their bond grew strong, with Warhol becoming a regular participant in what became known as the Piaget Society.
Andy Warhol with Yves Piaget and, on the right, two of Warhol's Piaget timepieces
The new Piaget Andy Warhol Clou de Paris watch, ref. G0A49238, is housed in a 45 m cushion-shaped case crafted from white gold, with a bezel enhanced by a Clou de Paris decoration.
One of horology’s most refined and elegant decorative techniques, Clou de Paris – also known as hobnail – is a guilloché motif featuring a jewellery-like pattern of small, pyramid-like squares.
This unique finish was challenging to execute on the cushion-shaped case, as the Clou de Paris pattern had to be meticulously hand-finished on a curved surface, rather than flat, while achieving the same delicate layering and play of light as the original gadroons—a signature element of this model.
A rose gold model with a malachite dial, showcasing the signature gadroons that define the case
The beautifully crafted bezel frames a one-of-a-kind blue meteorite dial, a material the Maison reserves for extraordinary creations, nodding to Piaget’s mastery in designing with ornamental stones.
The ensemble is completed with dauphine-style hands and white gold indexes, enhancing the luxurious aesthetic.
The Andy Warhol Clou de Paris watch is powered by the in-house 501P1 Manufacture calibre, protected by a solid case back engraved with the Piaget coat of arms.
Operating at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour), this self-winding movement offers a power reserve of 40 hours. Finishes include circular Côtes de Genève, circular-grained mainplate, bevelled bridges, and blued screws.
Paired with a dark blue alligator leather strap with white gold ardillon buckle and water resistant up to a pressure of 3 ATM, the new Piaget Andy Warhol Clou de Paris G0A49238 has a retail price of €67,500.
To mark the launch of this model, Piaget has expanded its customisation service, a tradition dating back to the opening of its first Geneva boutique in 1959. Today, this offering continues as the Infinitely Personal concept.
For the new Andy Warhol watch, clients can choose from an array of options, starting with different ornamental stone dials, including the meteorite dial. Among these is the striking falcon eye, along with Piaget’s classic dials, like turquoise and malachite.
These dials can be paired with up to five leather strap colours, while collectors can select either the new dauphine-style hands or the original baton style. Additionally, the case is available in either white or rose gold.
To learn more about the Maison’s legacy in horology and haute joaillerie since 1874, we invite you to read our feature article: “The History of Piaget: Mastering the Arts of Watchmaking and Jewelry.” piaget.com
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