Astounding métiers d’art dials from Louis Moinet

Haute horlogerie marque Louis Moinet has unveiled two editions of the Savanna Tourbillon; while one features a lovable panda on its jigsaw puzzle dial, a formidable cobra is ready to strike on the other

Each Savanna Tourbillon is a work of art that demands the kind of rare and valuable skills mastered only by very few craftsmen. As for the puzzle itself, it is assembled on four levels, allowing the user to fully appreciate the interlocking play of its 81 pieces. To ensure an impeccable image, the craftsman must take the puzzle apart and paint the edges of each piece with the utmost precision. Then, very meticulously, he reassembles the pieces to form the dial.

The dial of the two editions are perfect illustrations of how the craftsmanship and artistry of métiers d’art can be boldly elevated to new heights. The panda radiates tranquillity and a loving aura on one dial while a majestic and riveting cobra immediately draws the eye on the other.

The flying tourbillon of the watch is in an off-centre cage at 6 o’clock, where it works its magic making corrections for gravity and fascinating the viewer. It is driven by a hand-wound mechanism equipped with twin barrels installed ‘volte-face’, or head to tail, allowing them to release their energy simultaneously and delivering 96 hours of power reserve.

This artistic piece is delicately framed by an 18-carat 5N pink-gold, 40-millimetre case with well-defined, flowing curves. The domed sapphire crystal, a technically challenging element to manufacture, reveals the captivating details of the puzzle and the tourbillon. The open-worked horns perfectly underscore the integration of the bracelet.