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Atelier Wen

Hong Kong, Hong Kong · Est. 2017

Founded by Wilfried Leung, Robin Tallendier

Atelier Wen is an independent Franco-Chinese watch brand founded in 2017, dedicated to celebrating Chinese cultural heritage through watch design. Based in Hong Kong, its pieces feature hand-decorated dials inspired by Chinese porcelain, lacquerwork, and traditional motifs, assembled with Swiss movements.

Founded
2017
Headquarters
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Group
Independent
Price Segment
Mid
Status
Active

Key Collections

  • Millésime (2024) — Atelier Wen’s yearly experimental release format, used for limited Perception editions such as Mù and Xuán that push Chinese dial craft, materials, and community-led design. Key references: Perception Mù, Perception Xuán.
  • Inflection (2025) — Atelier Wen Inflection is the brand's permanent flagship line of full-tantalum integrated-bracelet watches, pairing grand feu enamel dials with a customized Girard-Perregaux calibre. Key references: 幽, 墨, 渊.
  • Ancestra — Atelier Wen Ancestra is a heritage-minded line led by the 蛟 (Jiāo) Launch Edition, pairing Chinese grand feu enamel craft with a heavily customized Pequignet Calibre Initial. Key references: AWANC_LAUNCH_BLUE, AWANC_LAUNCH_BLUE_AR.
  • Perception (2020) — Atelier Wen’s Perception is the brand’s signature integrated-bracelet dress/sport collection, centered on hand-turned guilloché dials, Chinese decorative motifs, and Swiss/French movement partnerships. The line evolved from an early launch to the current Perception V3 era, keeping the same core identity while refining case finishing, bracelet integration, and dial craftsmanship. Key references: Perception V3 Yún, Perception V3 Piāo, Perception V3 Xiá.

Timeline

  • 2017 — Wilfried Leung and Robin Tallendier co-found Atelier Wen to celebrate Chinese decorative arts through watchmaking.
  • 2018 — Company formally registered. First prototypes developed with Jingdezhen porcelain artisans.
  • 2019 — Successful Kickstarter campaign for the Porcelain collection, raising over $500,000.
  • 2021 — Launched the Perception line with handmade guilloche-style porcelain dials.
  • 2023 — Introduced the Ancestra and Inflection collections, expanding the lineup significantly.

Frequently Asked Questions about Atelier Wen

What is special about Atelier Wen dials?
They use authentic Chinese porcelain and lacquer techniques from Jingdezhen artisans — the historic centre of Chinese ceramics — making each dial uniquely handcrafted.
Where are the watches assembled?
Designed in China and France, with Swiss movements (Sellita/Miyota) and Chinese artisan dials. Final assembly is in China.
Where is Atelier Wen based?
The company is headquartered in Hong Kong, with strong ties to both France and China reflecting its Franco-Chinese founding team.
What price range are Atelier Wen watches?
Atelier Wen watches typically range from $600 to $2,000, offering artisan-crafted dials at accessible price points.
Does Atelier Wen offer a warranty?
Yes, Atelier Wen provides a 5-year warranty on all timepieces with free shipping and easy returns.

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