The new models in the Pavonina collection from German watchmaker Glashütte Original exhibit a wonderfully diversity. Ranging from the simply modern through classic elegance to ornamental opulence, these feminine timepieces exhibit flowing forms and a fascinating array of well thought out details.

 

The eye-catching form of the Pavonina collection case dates back to the 1920s, when the distinctive „cushion“ shape was widely used with wristwatches, which had become very fashionable. Glashütte Original’s designers reworked the form slightly, adapting it to suit the contemporary woman and integrating flexible lugs in the case. The Saxon watchmaker has applied for a patent for this solution, which allows a perfectly snug fit between the watch and the wrist of the woman wearing it. These graceful, 31 x 31 mm timepieces are offered in three different versions of the case: in coolly brilliant stainless steel, contemporary bi-colour combining stainless steel and red gold, and a warm, radiant 18 ct red gold.

 

Rich in fascinating detail, the dials are crafted in an elaborate, sophisticated process by the company’s own dial manufactory. From minimalist elegance to delicate, shimmering mother of pearl and glamorous motifs set out in diamonds, they reflect the brilliant, facetted diversity of women.

 

The cushion shape of the case is mirrored, with a pleasing variation in form and framed by fine guillochet finishing, in the centre of the dial. All models also feature a date window at 6 o’clock, and filigreed hands in red gold or stainless steel, depending on the case, mark the time of day.

 

With this new collection the Manufactory wraps a comprehensive selection of possible combinations around the wrist. The stainless steel models are offered with either galvanised silver or ruthenium dials. For the lady who wishes to show her casually elegant aspect, hand-mounted cabochon indexes mark the hours. Those who are drawn more to sparkling glamour may prefer the model with 12 diamond indexes, whose radiance extends to the 44 diamonds enhancing the lugs.

 

The bi-colour models in the Pavonina collection are both playful and elegant at once. Offered with dials of extremely thin, shimmering mother of pearl or galvanised ruthenium, this timepiece presents a compelling mix of materials with its stainless steel case, red gold hands and lugs, and diamond-topped crown. Another model offers the colour black paired with red gold in a truly classic and timeless combination. A mat black Louisiana alligator leather strap completes the elegant look and ensures a secure grip on the wrist.

 

A wonderful, elaborately decorated watch is the absolute highlight of the Pavonina collection: presented as a stylised peacock tail are an array of 98 diamonds, 0.38 carats in all, carefully set by hand on the precisely milled, mocca- or mother of pearl-coloured Colorit dial. Along the softly flowing flanks of the case are a further 114 radiant diamonds in the form of a open circle, while the ornate crown is topped with a 0.03 ct diamond.

 

This love of detail is equally apparent in the Pavonina collection bracelets. The delicate metal bracelet created in the Manufactory resembles a piece of fine jewellery: its individual links present a successul interpretation and variation of the cushion shape of the case. The metal bracelet is offered in stainless steel, red gold and bi-colour versions, the latter with alternating stainless steel and red gold links.