The renowned artist, art theorist, and educator Pan Gongkai, who has consecutively served as the president of China’s two foremost art academies—the China Academy of Art and the Central Academy of Fine Arts—has made significant contributions to the global recognition of both institutions. Under his leadership, these academies experienced remarkable advancements, with their teaching quality and creative output swiftly gaining international acclaim. Memorigin, the renowned Hong Kong tourbillon watch brand, has long been a steadfast supporter of the development of arts and culture. Now, in collaboration with Pan Gongkai, Memorigin presents the 'Boundless Tourbillon Watch,' which elegantly merges his masterful ink artistry with the majestic spirit of Chinese calligraphy.
The timepiece draws inspiration from Pan Gongkai’s iconic ink-on-paper calligraphy masterpiece, Boundless (無涯). This evocative artwork embodies the profound philosophy of infinity: "Boundless is the pursuit of knowledge, art, blessings, and emotion—endless and without limit." Through this, the watch reflects Pan Gongkai’s unwavering dedication to artistic excellence, blending traditional literati painting with contemporary cultural aesthetics.
The Boundless Tourbillon Watch features a finely crafted skeletonized dial, adorned with Pan Gongkai’s bold and expressive brushstrokes of the characters "Boundless (無涯)." The artwork’s carefully considered blank spaces have been transformed into skeletal cutouts, offering a glimpse into the intricate workings of the tourbillon movement, thus harmonizing artistry with exceptional watchmaking craftsmanship.
Encased in silver-toned, PVD-coated black steel, the Boundless Tourbillon Watch houses a meticulously crafted tourbillon movement composed of 155 components and 18 jewels. With a 40-hour power reserve and an operating frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, it ensures precise and reliable timekeeping. The tourbillon, rotating at the 6 o’clock position, reflects Pan Gongkai’s eternal pursuit of artistic creation, symbolizing the fusion of Chinese traditional art and Western horological mastery.