ONE OF FINLAND'S MOST BELOVED WORKS
Ferdinand von Wright, along with his brothers Magnus and Wilhelm, became famous for their particularly realistic bird and nature-themed works. The popularity of Ferdinand's painting The Fighting Capercaillies among Finns has been phenomenal.
Ferdinand loved peace in his home life. However, in his works, he often wanted to depict situations filled with tension and drama. The Fighting Capercaillies painting has served as a window for Finns into our country’s pure nature.
THE CAPERCAILLIES FIGHT ONCE AGAIN
The Von Wright Limited Edition Watch brings the capercaillies back to life one more time. The small capercaillies at the tips of the golden hands move through each other once an hour. The highlights of the artwork can also be found as a three-dimensional engraving on the back of the watch.
The wooden parts are made of maple grown in Sinebrychoff Park. Sinebrychoff Park was also one of the favorite spots for one of the artist brothers—Magnus von Wright. He often drew culturally and historically significant tree and nature-themed works there.
TOGETHER WITH ATENEUM
The Von Wright Limited Edition Watch has been created in close cooperation with the Ateneum Art Museum. As part of The Finnish National Gallery, Ateneum preserves the common art collection of the Finnish people. The most beloved works are often displayed in Ateneum's impressive Neo-Renaissance halls, bringing joy to museum visitors.
We combined our forces to create something entirely new. Only 500 individually numbered pieces of the Von Wright Limited Edition watches were made.
Size and Specs
Case size | 40mm |
Band width | 20mm |
Interchangeable band | Yes |
Movement | Swiss Ronda 1062 Quartz Movement |
Wood material | Maple from Sinebrychoff Park, Helsinki, Finland |
Metal parts | Gold color, 316L stainless steel |
Dial color | Brown from the painting |
Glass | Sapphire coated mineral glass |
Water resistance | 5 ATM (Rain resistant) |
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