1944 Tanfana Gracefully Balancing Art & Precision
The 1944 Tanfana is the first Grönefeld ladies' model. The Horological Brothers found inspiration in the close surroundings of their hometown of Oldenzaal. This is where 'Tanfana', a goddess, once stood. Tanfana is considered a guardian of peace and harmony. Its reference 1944 pays tribute to their beloved mother Netty's birth year.
This timepiece embraces new design codes and employs some materials not previously seen on a Grönefeld timepiece; however, it still subscribes to the same exacting standards which have attracted praise from legions of watch aficionados over the years.
The dial is formed of aventurine, a glossy midnight blue material incorperating numerous glinting metallic inclusions. The Red Gold gem-set case is intricately shaped with a multitude of heights and unites different lines and curves, bestowing areas of brilliance and shade.
The 1944 Tanfana is offered with a wide array of straps to choose from.
The Dial – Eminently Feminine
The dial of the 1944 Tanfana is formed of aventurine, a glossy midnight blue material incorporating numerous glinting metallic inclusions. Its geometric motif, known as the ‘Flower of Life’, enhances the dial's visual depth and texture. This pattern is linked to Sacred Geometry, an ancient discipline that explores the spiritual meaning of shapes and proportions often found in nature.
Extended Lancette hands, a style employed on the majority of Grönefeld timepieces, converse with applied trapezoidal indexes to pronounce the time clearly. The hands are formed of red gold, matching the indexes.
A small display sits at the base of the dial. It eschews the customary seconds hand and track combination in favour of an animated floral motif. As time passes and the floral motif rotates, it creates a mesmerising moiré effect, reminiscent of a flower endlessly blooming.
Beautifully Formed
Measuring 37.5 mm in diameter, the case of the 1944 Tanfana is intricately shaped. It incorporates a multitude of heights and unites different lines and curves, bestowing areas of brilliance and shade. The case execution is nuanced and sophisticated while contributing to the harmonious appearance of the watch. The crown features an aventurine cabochon mirroring the appearance of the dial.
Offered in Red Gold Au750 5N, gleaming surfaces abound. The 1944 Tanfana has a gem-set case and pin buckle, providing an additional quotient of sparkle. For example, the Red Gold Au750 5N Tanfana is specified with 233 brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.73 carats gracing the bezel, case and pin buckle.
An Inner Beauty
Grönefeld is synonymous with making fine mechanical movements enhanced with peerless hand finishing and the Calibre G-06 proves no exception. To the rear of the watch, a pane of sapphire crystal grants sight of the movement.
The automatic movement within the 1944 Tanfana obviates the need for manual winding, making it ideal for daily use. The 22-karat red gold oscillating weight is openworked, runs on ceramic ball bearings and features ‘The Tree of Life’ symbol in white gold. It is also engraved with ‘Goddess’ and ‘Tanfana’. The Tree of Life symbolises strength, growth and resilience. Its roots represent family and foundation, while the branches reflect dreams and self-discovery.
The movement is endowed with a free-sprung balance, a more precise means of regulating the rate than the simple index-adjusted balance. By employing a variable inertia balance, the rate is less susceptible to positional influence.
Upholding the Grönefeld ethos, there are numerous examples of the company’s no-compromise approach. The stainless steel bridges replicate the appearance of the aforementioned ‘bell gables’ and feature micro-blasted centres, various engravings in relief and gleaming hand-bevelled edges. The 5-arm double spoke gear train wheels efficiently transmit force while imbuing the movement with a contemporary look.
The mainplate is adorned with spotting, the screws are mirror polished with chamfered rims and slots, while the use of gold chatons reinforces the sense of refinement and pays tribute to watchmaking tradition.
technical specifications
Calibre
G-06
Movement dimensions
Diameter: 32,0 mm
Thickness: 5,5 mm
Number of parts
230 parts
Power reserve
56 hours
Number of jewels
31 jewels, partially set in solid gold chatons
Automatic system
Uni-directional winding mechanism.
For 24 hours of autonomy 633 rotations of the Oscillating mass are required
Oscillating mass
Fine finished by hand. 22 karat solid red gold and a white gold "Tree of Life" medal. High precision ceramic ball bearing
Balance wheel
Variable-inertia balance wheel with four white gold timing screws (diameter 10 mm)
Frequency
21.600 vibrations/hour
Balance spring
Free sprung with Phillips terminal over coil curve with triangle hairspring stud
Escapement
Jewelled Swiss lever
Main Plate
Spotted and ruthenium electroplated brass main plate
Bridges
Stainless steel, bevels polished by hand, micro-blasted center, circular grain on the top to highlight the bridges shapes and relief engravings
Displays
Central hours and minutes.Floral animation at 6 o’clock
Case dimensions
Diameter: 37.0 mm
Thickness: 10.5 mm
Water resistance
3 atmospheres – 30 meters – 100 feet
Material
Red Gold Au750 5N
Gemstones
233 Brilliant Cut Diamonds. Quality VVS. Colour FG.
Crown
Red Gold with Aventurine Cabochon
Dial
Synthetic Blue Aventurine. Discretely Printed with the "Flower of Life" pattern
Hands
Extended Lancette hands. Flame-blued steel and mirror polished centre
Strap
A vast variety of leathers and colors are available. 19mm-18mm
Buckle
Red Gold Au750 5N. 18mm Diamond Set
Crystals
Domed sapphire crystal on the front with hard anti-reflective coating on both sidesFlat sapphire crystal on the back with hard anti-reflective coating on both sides
Number of components
55 parts
Total weight
81 Grams
