Product Materials
• Case diameter 45mm with brass 3D sculpture
• Swiss-made SW200 automatic winding movement
• Sapphire glass lens on the front and back
• 316L stainless steel case (standard with black leather strap)
• 30-meter daily functional water resistance
• One-year warranty service
Product Contents
Gothic Origin Watch "Divine Comedy" Inferno Edition "ver. Blue Frost" x 1
Standard black handmade leather quick-release strap
Exquisite wooden box with lacquered finish and travel leather case
Special commemorative coin
About Artisan Craftsmanship and Shipping Order
All Gothic Origin Watches in the "Divine Comedy" series are handcrafted by professional artists. Therefore, shipping times are based on the order of the artisan's work completion, with earlier completed pieces being assembled and shipped first.
Artist's Message
Color Design by: Chen Yuan Zhi, illustrator for the first edition of Apple Daily
"Awesome! The finished paintwork exceeded expectations."
Overall design: The design is led by shape/animation artist, glass artisan, and the founder of the Taiwanese modeling forum "GKANDMAKE," Jia Longqi. He discusses the creative process behind this work:
The biggest challenge in the "Divine Comedy: Inferno" edition was the layout of the dial. The dial carving was done in an extremely limited space, creating 4-5 groups of varying heights, in order to produce a deep sense of distance in a 2-3mm thick dial. The perspective was adjusted to ensure the correct spacing of lines and beauty, using the golden ratio principle to achieve the best visual effect. The level of detail was refined to a 0.3mm limit, making this work a rare and extraordinary example of high art. It is believed to attract much attention from international collectors in the future.
"This is a rare piece, worth collecting."
Brass painting for this edition was handled by Taiwanese prototype painter Zhao Jia Mi:
Several pieces in this series incorporate fluorescent effects using paint properties. Since the colors and transparency interfere with each other during painting, a careful judgment was required to find the most harmonious color combinations. Each painted piece is unique, and after completion, the artist signs the back of the dial. Digital certificates of authenticity are also provided to ensure the artwork's authenticity and collectible value.
"We hope every detail will amaze the collectors."
Product Concept
Dante's "Divine Comedy," a work from 700 years ago, profoundly influenced the Renaissance period and countless creative works that followed.
Cultural historian Jean-Pierre Barricelli (1912-1993) pointed out in the 1996 "Dante Studies" that "artists of various media have responded richly to the 'Divine Comedy,' and the passion for it is unparalleled, even beyond that for the Bible."
In the novel, Dante imagines himself entering a dark forest, where he meets the Roman poet Virgil, who accompanies him through Hell and Purgatory. During this journey, Dante, who is in love with the 24-year-old Beatrice, who died young, is guided by her into Heaven, where he finds redemption.
The "Minstrels' Whispers" project, in 2022, reexamined the medieval history, culture, and literature, leading to the final design. The project involved around 20 Taiwanese artists and craftsmen, including scholars, artists, cultural figures, illustrators, sculptors, engineers, goldsmiths, watchmakers, 3D modelers, animators, and blockchain experts, ensuring a deep foundation in art and culture before releasing this masterpiece.
The team's creative process took seven months. While people may only see the final product, every line and direction of the sculpture was the result of extensive team discussions. The design utilized 3D modeling technology combined with micro-casting, creating a highly detailed and strong three-dimensional effect. This was made possible by Taiwan's veteran modeler Jia Longqi, who designed the miniature four-layer segmentation technique. This technology makes the 3mm-thick dial metal appear much more substantial, incorporating various technical advancements.
