Gérald Genta

As an internationally recognized artist, Gérald Genta worked for many of the most influential and powerful people of his time. He was able to understand his client’s desires, who they were and what their needs were. As such, Gérald Genta dedicated a consequent proportion of his career to specially commissioned pieces. He saw each of them as a challenge for the person and the artist he was. Trying to satisfy someone who has everything was a challenge he enjoyed. Gerald Genta saw it as a wonderful way to push his art further. 

This design, representing two sword-canes with hidden compartments for a clock and a text in Arabic, was a special commission for a Head of State. On this occasion, Genta had the challenging task to create both a watch and an object. As such, he had to immerse himself in his client’s universe and capture the essence of his desire. Pushing boundaries and exploring new fields were undoubtedly one of his favorite exercises.