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The present watch is a Pièce Unique — the singular, unrepeatable expression of Czapek’s most technically and artistically ambitious creation. The Place Vendôme Tourbillon Suspendu “Ici et Ailleurs” (“Here and Elsewhere”) was conceived as an invitation to travel, both physically and philosophically. This extraordinary example, numbered 1/1, was made as a deeply personal tribute to Sultan Qaboos Bin Said of Oman, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Omani Renaissance—one of the most transformative chapters in modern Arabian history.
From the moment it is held, the watch announces its singular status. The 43.5mm case is crafted from 18K white gold and is entirely hand-engraved across every surface. The bezel bears the inscription “A Tribute to Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, 50th Anniversary”, flanked by the crown and khanjar emblem of the Sultanate of Oman. The caseband is engraved with the words “50 Glorious Years of Renaissance”—a declaration of reverence that transforms the watch from a timepiece into a historical artifact. The white dial provides a serene, luminous backdrop against which the complications are displayed with clarity and elegance.
The model itself is rooted in the visionary spirit of François Czapek, the 19th-century Polish-Bohemian watchmaker whose entrepreneurial genius serves as the guiding thread of the revived Maison. The Place Vendôme was Czapek’s second wristwatch model and marked a defining technical milestone: the introduction of the suspended tourbillon—a flying tourbillon architecture that appears to float freely within the dial, unanchored by a traditional upper bridge. It is a feat of engineering that demands extraordinary precision in both design and execution.
Yet the Place Vendôme is not merely a tourbillon showcase. True to its name, it is equally a travel watch—a dual-time instrument for the modern cosmopolitan. The full suite of indications includes hours and minutes, a one-minute suspended tourbillon, a second time zone, a day/night indicator, and a power reserve indicator. Together, these functions create a watch that is as practical as it is poetic—a companion for the traveler who moves between worlds.
The movement is manually wound, reflecting the intimate, hands-on relationship between owner and timepiece that defines the finest independent watchmaking. Every component is finished to the highest degree, consistent with Czapek’s uncompromising standards and the singular importance of this commission.
The watch is presented with an 18K white gold Czapek double deployant clasp, ensuring that the precious metal theme is carried through to every element of the ensemble.
As a Pièce Unique commissioned in honor of one of the Arab world’s most celebrated leaders, this Place Vendôme Tourbillon Suspendu occupies a category entirely its own. It is simultaneously a horological landmark, a diplomatic artifact, and a trophy of independent watchmaking at its most inspired.
Czapek – bio
Czapek & Cie, founded by Franciszek Czapek in 1845, is a storied Swiss watch brand with Polish roots. Czapek, a Polish watchmaker, initially collaborated with Antoine Norbert de Patek in 1839, forming ‘Patek, Czapek & Cie’ in Geneva. Their partnership dissolved in 1845, leading Czapek to establish his own firm, winning acclaim for exquisite craftsmanship and sophisticated designs. Despite its early success, the brand became dormant for over a century. Revived in 2015 through a unique crowdfunding campaign, Czapek & Cie has since re-emerged as a symbol of haute horlogerie, maintaining its legacy while introducing contemporary masterpieces.
