Czapek Brand
Czapek Quai des Bergues “Sursum Corda”: A Timeless Tribute
Luxferity, 16.12.2025
Returning To A Heritage Of Elegance And Hidden Meaning
Czapek & Cie marks a defining moment in haute horlogerie with the launch of the Quai des Bergues “Sursum Corda” — a rose gold masterpiece that closes an anniversary circle celebrating 180 years since founder François Czapek opened his Geneva atelier in 1845 and ten years since the collection’s modern revival in 2015. This timepiece not only honors classical aesthetics but embeds a message of resilience beneath grand feu enamel.
Plissé - Pearl White
For enthusiasts captivated by Czapek’s thoughtful fusion of artistry and engineering, recent Luxferity features such as Czapek Antarctique Plique‑à‑Jour explore other facets of the maison’s enamel mastery, while deep dives like Antarctique Rattrapante Gold Dust SHH Edition spotlight haute horlogerie innovation from the same atelier.
Plissé - Rose
“Sursum Corda”: A Message Woven With Light
The Latin phrase “Lift up your hearts” is subtly revealed on the dial only at specific angles, a metaphor for persistence and inner strength that has guided Czapek’s leadership and collectors alike. Engraved beneath pristine grand feu enamel, this encrypted sentiment echoes the maison’s ethos: beauty, meaning, and craftsmanship intertwined. Embedded beneath the dial is a laser‑etched “10 / 180” — a dual anniversary symbol — alongside a miniature historical signature drawn from archived Czapek manuscripts.
Plissé - Ivory
A Movement Bridging Centuries
The new watch houses Czapek’s own manual winding calibre with twin barrels, delivering a robust 7‑day (168‑hour) reserve. Its movement architecture — symmetrical, open, and finely finished — speaks to both the maison’s historical pocket watch lineage and contemporary expectations for haute finissage and performance. This interplay of past and present is similar to the avant‑garde technical prowess celebrated in releases like the Czapek Antarctique Tourbillon, which pushed both mechanics and design into bold new territory.
Secret Alloy
Timeless Proportions With Contemporary Balance
Departing from the classic 42.5 mm and 38.5 mm sizes of earlier Quai des Bergues models, the “Sursum Corda” strikes a harmonious balance with a refined 40.5 mm case — a choice that speaks to both modern wrist ergonomics and classic legibility. In doing so, Czapek unifies the collection’s identity and future forward direction.
Photon Sphere
Continuity Through Personalized Craft
Alongside this signature anniversary piece, Czapek introduces evolved Quai des Bergues references: the rose gold N° 33 and the stainless‑steel paired N° 25, both with grand feu enamel and enhanced finishing. Collectors can opt for traditional Fleur‑de‑Lys hands or a contemporary arrow motif, and even personalize a secret inscription, resonating with the bespoke spirit illustrated in features like Promenade Plissé, which emphasizes dial artistry and individual expression.
Glacier Blue
Closing The Circle With A Statement
“These timepieces are future collectibles and the purest expression of Czapek’s philosophy,” says CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel — a sentiment confirmed by the maison’s consistent emphasis on craftsmanship, community, and vision. Available worldwide through official retailers, Czapek’s flagship Geneva boutique, and czapek.com, the Quai des Bergues “Sursum Corda” stands as a testament to heritage, innovation, and the enduring power of narrative in luxury watchmaking.
Crossroads Deep Blue
Crossroads Secret Alloy
