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Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work. 

Vianney Halter

Vianney Halter is a Swiss independent watchmaker who is known for his highly innovative and imaginative designs. Halter began his career in the watch industry in the late 1970s and went on to establish his own brand in 1998.

One of Halter's most notable achievements is the creation of the "Antiqua" watch, which was his first timepiece and a groundbreaking design in the world of independent watchmaking. The Antiqua features a highly unusual case shape.

Another of Halter's most famous designs is the "Deep Space Tourbillon", which features a highly complex and mesmerizing tourbillon mechanism that is visible through a large sapphire crystal on the front of the watch. The watch is designed to resemble a spaceship and features a range of intricate and futuristic details that make it one of the most distinctive timepieces in the world.

Halter's watches are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate his bold and unconventional designs, as well as the technical excellence and high level of finishing that he puts into each of his timepieces. Halter is also known for his commitment to traditional watchmaking techniques and for his use of innovative materials and manufacturing processes.