Pierre Balmain Arabesque Dial Swiss Quartz Gents Watch 33mm Gold Tone Full Set

A miniature tapestry of light, ornament and Parisian elegance.

The dial is the defining beauty of this Pierre Balmain. Delicate arabesque leaves and curling tendrils unfold across a luminous silver-toned centre, revealing soft pearlescent flashes as the light changes. Warm gold-tone ornament contrasts with the dark olive-toned Roman numeral chapter ring, giving the composition both richness and clarity.

The effect recalls fine metallic embroidery on silk—a fitting connection to Balmain’s couture heritage. The arabesque motif became a signature of the watch brand, inspired by the elaborate embroidery of Pierre Balmain’s fashion creations.

An engraved “PIERRE BALMAIN / PARIS” bezel frames the dial, while the sculptural, interlocking bracelet carries its decorative character around the wrist. At 33mm, this is an elegant men’s dress watch with restrained proportions: visually distinctive without relying on an oversized case.

Details:

• Brand: Pierre Balmain, Paris

• Estimated period: circa 1990s

• Country of manufacture: Switzerland

• Movement: Quartz

• Case diameter: 33mm

• Dial: Iridescent silver-toned arabesque centre, dark chapter ring and gold-tone Roman numerals

• Case and bracelet: Gold-tone finish; case back marked stainless steel

• Crystal: Sapphire, as marked on the case back

• Display: Hours and minutes

• Accessories: Balmain presentation box, outer box, service guide and guarantee card pictured

Pre-owned, with visible surface scratches and wear to the case and bracelet. Please examine the original photographs for the individual condition and included accessories.

A watch for the collector who sees a dial not merely as a place to read the time, but as a small canvas worth looking at.

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