Lot Essay
The “Joker Golden Mask” is the latest charismatic Wristmon to join the extensive family in 2025. Since ancient times, masks have been created to give their wearer an unusual, sometimes even fantastic appearance, to conceal identity or true emotions. In the interpretation of Russian watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin, however, the mask becomes an element that emphasizes all the family traits of the anthropomorphic design.
The hypnotic character of the partially skeletonized mask-dial is achieved through a masterful combination of avant-garde design with traditional finishing techniques. The plate and bridges of the module are decorated in the traditional frosted finishes; the dial is gold-plated. The eyes of the mask serve as the hour and minute sub-dials, while the “mouth” is transformed into a sectoral day-of-the-week indicator with a red rectangular tip. The face is further brought to life by the hour and minute hands with decorative blued steel tip-rings resembling pupils.