RICH HERITAGE

The co-president of Chopard sat down with Tatler GMT to share insights into the maison’s philosophy, the art of watchmaking and the inspiration behind its latest collections

By Amrita Katara

This June, on one of his visits to Hong Kong to unveil the new Dragon Masterpieces from Chopard’s LUC Collection, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, the co-president of the brand, shared his vision for its creations. The Dragon Masterpieces represent not just a continuation of the maison’s commitment to traditional craftsmanship but also a celebration of diverse cultures, particularly through the use of the traditional Japanese urushi lacquer technique. In a dialogue with Tatler GMT, Scheufele’s insights reveal a deep respect for the artistry involved in watchmaking and a passion for storytelling that is embedded in each piece. The dragon watch completes the Urushi collection, Chopard’s range of timepieces featuring the Japanese urushi lacquer technique. What story did you want to tell through this piece? When we started the Urushi theme, over 12…

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Tatler GMT (Digital) - 1 Issue, September 2024

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