Vacheron Constantin and The Met celebrate artisanal mastery with residency collaboration

South China Morning Post - Oct 12, 2026

Transmission and mentorship are at the heart of Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest watchmaker to operate continuously for more than 270 years. Back in 1775 in Geneva, Switzerland, master watchmaker Jean-Marc Vacheron signed the company’s first apprenticeship contract. That legacy has continued over the decades at Vacheron Constantin’s workshops, where skilled artisans specialise in rare crafts passed down through generations: disciplines like guillochage, a decorative engraving technique,...

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