Inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, the new Ornament Nouveau collection has been in development at their atelier since 2017. This project culminated in the creation of the first-ever Dutch-made serially produced mechanical watch movement, launched earlier this year. The openworked dial reveals the intricate details of the remarkable cal. HW-M02, featuring stainless steel curvaceous mirrored bridges that are finely finished to create a symmetrical appearance. The variable inertia balance wheel is suspended within a 3D-machined glass bridge known as the Holthinbridge, while the movement is encircled by a grade 5 titanium ring with a curved profile and notched hour markers. A particularly intriguing feature is the “Eclipse dial”, a unique domed transparent design that transforms to a smoke-black hue under UV light. Throughout the day, the watch’s appearance shifts from a solid black dial to a transparent skeletonized look, depending on the amount of light exposure. This innovative design protects the oils in the skeleton movement from degradation caused by UV light. As a pioneer in 3D-printing within watchmaking, the movement is housed in a highly sculptural Holthinrichs Watches Ornament Nouveau case forged from grade 5 titanium. A debut for Holthinrichs Watches, this unique collaboration between Michiel Holthinrichs with The Lavish Attic marks the very first iteration of the Ornament Nouveau. Uniquely for this version, the mainplate is laser-engraved to commemorate the collaboration. Additionally, the timepiece will be accompanied by a distinctive sculpture and can be elegantly displayed within the hand-blown glass presentation case.

Please note that a portion of the proceeds of the sale of the present watch will be given by the Consignor to Albert Hausammann Foundation. The foundation provides financial support to eligible students from regions in Asia for the purpose of training or advancing their skills in the art of watchmaking.