A precious journey to experience the Maison&rsquo;s mechanics of enchantment in the realm of high watchmaking.

As the new year rolls in, Van Cleef &amp; Arpels opens the doors to the wonders of its watchmaking philosophy, unlocking the scenes behind its creations. For two weeks, from January 24 to February 8, 2026, the Poetry of Time exhibition, held atop Central Ferry Pier 4, Hong Kong, invites visitors on a precious journey to experience the Maison&rsquo;s mechanics of enchantment.

Welcoming with a cabinet of curiosities, featuring archival documents and patrimonial pieces, the show space is anchored by a central area housing three workbenches, allowing first-hand interactions with the Maison&rsquo;s craftsmen to discover the artistry and precision of their expertise. The surrounding alcoves delight with the imaginative displays of universes cherished by Van Cleef &amp; Arpels: Ballerinas and Fairies, Poetic Astronomy, Love Stories and Enchanted Nature.

"This new journey is an immersion into the singularity of Van Cleef &amp; Arpels watchmaking. At the crossroads of savoir-faire and expertise, the Maison&rsquo;s creations reflect a distinct philosophy, offering time for emotion and contemplation," states Catherine Renier, President and CEO of Van Cleef &amp; Arpels.

For those who are unfamiliar with the Maison&rsquo;s unique art of watchmaking, encountering the rich dimensions and layers of its Poetry of Time vision &mdash; which recounts moments of beauty, imbued magically with dreams and emotions &mdash; is certain to evoke enthrallment. While Van Cleef &amp; Arpels draws on its history and iconic sources of inspiration: love, luck, nature, astronomy, fairies and ballerinas, to capture and express the passage of time, it enlists and leverages technical expertise to bring these timekeeping creations to life, reinterpreting the measurement of time as an invitation to wonder.

Ultimately, the Maison&rsquo;s watchmaking creations are borne of concerted collaboration at the convergence of creativity, technical prowess and m&eacute;tiers d&rsquo;art that encompass the wealth of its savoir-faire between Paris and Geneva.

Van Cleef & Arpels unveils the Poetry of Time exhibition in Hong Kong

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