Description

Perception draws from the exquisite geometries found in traditional Chinese architecture. It features an exquisite hand-turned dial by Chinas first master of the craft, Cheng Yu Cai, alongside a custom extra-thin automatic movement. These are elegantly encased within a 904L steel case, with accompanying bracelet, that have been finished with immense attention to detail. It bears a striking contrast between the slimness of its case and the depth of the guilloch dial which defies physical perceptions.

About the brand

AtelierWen is a distinctive microwatch brand founded in 2018 by French friends RobinTallendier and WilfriedBuiron, united by their deep passion for Chinese culture and horology. Inspired by their time studying and working in China, they set out to challenge perceptions of Chinese craftsmanship by creating elegant mechanical watches that celebrate Chinas artistic legacy with modern flair.

Their first release, the Porcelain Odyssey, featured 39mm steel cases with porcelain dials adorned by subtle Chinese motifs like the huiwen pattern and Eight Trigrams, powered by a customized Dandong SL3006 automatic movement.

The brands breakthrough came with the Perception series40mm integratedbracelet sports watches with ultrathin 9.4mm cases made of 904L steel and equipped with a slim Dandong SL1588 movement. The signature element is the guilloch dial, handengineered by selftaught Master Cheng, whose roseengine work can take eight hours per dial and features intricate Sunmao patterns.

Check them out at https://atelierwen.com/