Atelier Wen

Breaking new ground, revelling in tradition

Our identity is embodied in our name, Atelier Wen. Translating directly to “culture workshop”, it combines the French word for workshop, Atelier, and the Chinese word for culture, 文 (Wén) . Ours is a project that unites French and Chinese creatives on a mission to re-define the meaning of modern Chinese style—and to display it in novel forms that speak to all who appreciate objects of beauty and meaning.

The feats of Chinese watchmaking and artisanship often go unnoticed in a world preoccupied with European luxury. Yet the country’s roots in the field of horology extend deeply, and its array of traditional crafts abound in both variety and intricacy.

Atelier Wen seeks to renew the current perspective of Chinese watchmaking and propel it to the forefront of an industry already reliant on its manufacturing capabilities. In creating some of the best watches originating from the Middle Kingdom, we endeavour to reimagine, showcase and celebrate China’s extensive culture and craftsmanship with the rest of the world.