Savanna Tourbillon
18K Red Gold
Unique timepiece
LM-135.50.DR
Micro-painting on a puzzle dial:
A premiere in métiers d’art to celebrate the Year of the Dragon
The dial is a perfect illustration of how the craftsmanship and artistry of métiers d'art can be boldly elevated to new heights. The puzzle, which required rare and valuable skills to assemble, brings to life a legendary creature and makes this timepiece a unique work of art.
Part of this quest for perfection involves laying out the puzzle itself on four different levels, which lets one admire how the 81 pieces interlock. To ensure perfect visual flow, the artist must first take the puzzle apart and paint the edges of each piece. Then, with great care, the pieces are replaced to create the dial. The SAVANNA TOURBILLON DRAGON demonstrates how artisanal and artistic skills can be boldly applied to create new and fascinating works.
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Caliber LM135
Manufacture Calibre
Manual
28800 VPH (4 Hz)
96 hours
Jewels: 26
40.7 mm
Hours, Minutes
30 metres
Alligator
20 mm
Folding clasp
18K Red Gold,
Grade 5 Titanium (Inner case)
81 pieces puzzle dial
Swiss made
To celebrate the lunar new year 2024, Louis Moinet unveiled a unique piece: The SAVANNA TOURBILLON DRAGON. This mythical creature has long been a part of traditional Chinese culture going back millennia, and is believed to bring wealth, success, and strength. The dragon, micro-painted by a virtuoso artist, now reigns supreme over the dial as a spiritual guide through life.
The tourbillon, the beating heart of this horological artwork, hovers over a disc of sumptuous imperial jade. Described by some as a dragon’s tear, jade has many symbolic meanings. Its pearly transparency emanates an aura of mystery and suggests deep wisdoms concealed within. Jade’s green hue, making it one of emerald’s only rivals, is traditionally associated with love, harmony, and health.
Discover the birth of the Savanna Tourbillon jigsaw puzzle dial through a behind-the-scenes video revealing the exquisite craftsmanship deployed for its creation.
The flying tourbillon
The TOURBILLON DRAGON defies gravity in an especially striking and captivating way thanks to the flying tourbillon with an off-center cage. Its hand-wound mechanism is equipped with two barrels in a so-called "volte face" configuration: one barrel is placed upside-down on the other allowing both to discharge simultaneously and deliver 96 hours of power reserve.
These exceptional works of art comes in a 40-millimeter case with well-defined, flowing curves. The lines are flowing and taut. The sapphire dome, which is a technical feat in itself, provides a full view of the fascinating details of the puzzle and tourbillon. The openworked lugs perfectly underscore the smooth integration of the bracelet.