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.

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Cloisonné

Cloisonné

Is a decorative technique that involves creating a specific design by placing small metal wires or walls on the surface of the watch enamel and coating them with enamel.

The cloisonné technique is applied by placing small metal wires or walls on the surface of the enamel, resulting in specific artistic shapes or designs. These designs or patterns are then coated with enamel in multiple colors. Afterwards, the decorated enamel is exposed to high temperatures to fuse the enamel coating with the metal surface of the watch enamel. After cooling, the enamel surface is polished to achieve a smooth and even finish, highlighting the vibrant colors of the enamel.