Jaeger-LeCoultre Unveils the Reverso Tribute Enamel Hokusai Waterfalls Series
Four limited-edition Reverso Tribute Enamel timepieces celebrate Hokusai’s iconic ‘Waterfalls’ masterpieces through miniature enamel artistry
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Continues Its Tribute to Hokusai
Jaeger-LeCoultre introduces four new Reverso Tribute Enamel timepieces dedicated to the final works from Japanese master Katsushika Hokusai’s celebrated A Tour of the Waterfalls of the Provinces series.
Each of the four new references is produced in a limited edition of 10 pieces and features hand-crafted miniature enamel reproductions of Hokusai’s waterfall artworks on the reverse side of the iconic Reverso case.
The collection pays tribute to the following masterpieces:
Rōben Waterfall at Ōyama in Sagami Province
Kiyotaki Kannon Waterfall at Sakanoshita on the Tōkaidō
Yōrō Waterfall in Mino Province
The Falls at Aoigaoka in the Eastern Capital
Celebrating the Artistic Legacy of Hokusai
Hokusai remains one of the most influential figures in Japanese art history, celebrated globally for redefining ukiyo-e through landscapes and natural compositions. His innovative use of Prussian blue pigment transformed Japanese printmaking and profoundly influenced Western Impressionism.
Since 2018, Jaeger-LeCoultre has continuously honoured Hokusai’s legacy through a series of Reverso Tribute Enamel creations inspired by:
The Great Wave off Kanagawa
Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji
A Tour of the Waterfalls of the Provinces
The 2026 novelties complete the Maison’s artistic interpretation of the entire Waterfalls series.
Métiers Rares™ Craftsmanship at the Highest Level
The four new Reverso Tribute Enamel models showcase the expertise of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Métiers Rares™ atelier through a combination of:
Miniature enamel painting
Hand-guilloché
Grand Feu enamelling
Microscopic detailing
Each miniature painting requires:
A minimum of 14 enamel layers
Multiple firings at 800°C
Approximately 80 hours of craftsmanship per watch
One of the most remarkable achievements is the faithful reproduction of Hokusai’s original Japanese inscriptions at a microscopic scale while maintaining perfect legibility.
Four Artistic Interpretations of Waterfalls
Rōben Waterfall at Ōyama in Sagami Province
This composition contrasts the immense power of nature with the fragility of humanity, depicting figures gathered beneath the waterfall’s cascading stream.
The dial features:
Hand-guilloché barleycorn motif
147 rose-engine engraving passages
Light walnut-brown translucent enamel finish
Kiyotaki Kannon Waterfall at Sakanoshita on the Tōkaidō
A gentler and more spiritual interpretation, this artwork presents delicate streams of falling water alongside pilgrims ascending toward the Kannon temple.
Dial details include:
Wavy hand-guilloché pattern
198 engraving passages
Emerald-green translucent enamel
Yōrō Waterfall in Mino Province
Inspired by the legendary waterfall believed to transform water into sake, this scene balances mythology with the dramatic force of nature.
The dial incorporates:
Bamboo-inspired guilloché pattern
Olive-green enamel
144 precision engraving passages
The Falls at Aoigaoka in the Eastern Capital
This composition juxtaposes calm and turbulence, capturing a powerful waterfall descending into rough waters while human figures continue their daily routines.
The dial showcases:
Herringbone-style guilloché motif
Cyan-blue enamel
360 engraving passages
Reverso Tribute Design and Movement
Each model remains faithful to the elegant Reverso Tribute design language with:
Faceted baton hour markers
Dauphine hands
Chemin-de-fer minute track
The watches are powered by the manually wound Calibre 822, featuring:
42-hour power reserve
3 Hz frequency
2.94 mm movement thickness
The movement’s slim architecture preserves the elegant proportions and comfort of the Reverso case.
Strap and Bracelet Options
The new Reverso Tribute Enamel Hokusai Waterfalls models are available with either:
Black alligator leather strap with white gold folding clasp
or18K white gold “Or Deco” Milanese bracelet
Availability
The Reverso Tribute Enamel Hokusai Waterfalls Series by Jaeger-LeCoultre is available through the official website.
For further information, visit: https://www.jaeger-lecoultre.com/
