Dog days: watches to set tongues a-wagging for a poochy Chinese New Year

Canine-inspired watches to set tongues wagging this Year of the Dog

2_ PIAGET Altiplano Chinese Zodiac

Through the magic of cloisonné enamelling, which consists of soldering delicate metal strips to a metal surface with a vitreous enamel paste, Piaget immortalises the dog motif on this iconic 38mm watch. The 18K white gold case is additionally set with 78 brilliant-cut diamonds, and presented on a black alligator leather strap. Inside, the ultra-thin calibre 430P beats with a power reserve of 43 hours. Limited to just 38 pieces.

3_ PANERAI Luminor 1950 Sealand 3 Days Automatic Acciaio 44mm

The tenth model created by Panerai to honour the Chinese zodiac, each of the 88 watches comprise a cover engraved by Italian masters using the ancient technique of – named after a tool used to inlay gold threads into steel grooves, and depicting the image of a dog surrounded by plum flowers. The cover has a small signalling mirror on the back and is fitted to the brushed stainless steel case.

4_CHOPARD L.U.C XP Urushi Year of the Dog

To celebrate the Year of the Dog, Chopard utilises the art of an ancient Japanese lacquer technique, to bring the watch dials to life. Only a select few artists have mastered the rare skill of painting with this Japanese resin. Master Kiichiro Masumura oversees the creation of these exquisite dials on this ultra-thin model. Only 88 timepieces are being issued.