Custom-made watch made for a client / Unique piece
Inspiration
Following in the footsteps of the many artists who have been fascinated by the Arche and the Needle, we have tried to capture a moment of this ever-changing landscape, always different despite the thousand-year-old cliff, beaten by the waves and the offshore wind, braving the storm or caressed by the sun. This dreamlike place mixes sea spray and rocks, and allows the earth and the sea to meet in a shattering bubbling, linked by the steep geometry of these stones that rise towards the sky.
Model Specifics
Off-center time
Central seconds
5 level dial
Australian Opal (Coober Pedy)
Solid Silver Insert
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 10.7 mm
Transparent background
Sapphire crystal front/rear windows
Automatic movement
Bracelet with folding clasp
Technical characteristics of the movement
Movement: Caliber ETA 2671
Diameter: 17.5 mm
Height: 4.8 mm
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/h)
Jeweling: 25 rubies
Power reserve: 38 hours
Swiss-made
Techniques Used
Australian Opal (Coober Pedy): Each opal is hand cut and polished, ensuring unique nuances of color and light.
Solid Silver Insert: The insert is first carved in wax, then made in solid silver using the lost wax casting technique.
Multi-Level Dial: Comprised of five distinct levels, the dial is designed to provide exceptional visual depth.
Symbolic
The Arch and the Needle: Symbol of the meeting between land and sea, of permanence and change. These rock formations are a tribute to the strength and beauty of nature.
Australian Opal: Opal is known for its unique play of color and its association with hope and divine protection in many cultures. It also symbolizes purity and truth.
Add to your collection a piece that captures the timeless beauty of nature and watchmaking craftsmanship with the "L'Arche et l'Aiguille" watch.
