French watchmaker Sartory Billard has introduced a new limited edition timepiece, the SB04-E Des Bulles, which combines French champagne-inspired design with traditional Japanese lacquer craftsmanship. The watch is a unique blend of artistry and horology, featuring a stainless steel case and a dial made using the Japanese raden technique. This technique involves embedding small pieces of nacre into a lacquer surface to create a three-dimensional effect. The result is a timepiece that is both a work of art and a functional watch.
The SB04-E Des Bulles features a 39.5mm stainless steel case with a thickness of 10.2mm and a lug-to-lug distance of 44mm. The case is designed to be worn daily, with a polished and satin-finished surface that creates a subtle contrast. The watch is available with two interchangeable straps: a blue marine rubber strap with a signed buckle and a stainless steel bracelet with alternating brushed and polished links. The steel bracelet features a quick-change system and a half-link for precise adjustment.
The dial of the SB04-E Des Bulles is its most striking feature, with a black lacquer background and circular pieces of nacre carefully selected by Tatsuya Todo. The nacre fragments are arranged to evoke the bubbles rising in a champagne flute, creating a unique visual effect that changes depending on the angle of view and ambient light. The dial also features a double white line that recalls the rim of a champagne flute, as well as silhouettes of flutes replacing some of the hour markers.
The SB04-E Des Bulles is powered by the Swiss La Joux-Perret G101A automatic movement, which provides a 68-hour power reserve. This movement is designed to offer reliability and autonomy, making it suitable for daily wear. The watch also features a 100-meter water resistance, making it suitable for everyday use.
The SB04-E Des Bulles is a limited edition of just 26 pieces, each with a unique dial crafted by Tatsuya Todo. The watch is available exclusively from Martin Pulli Fine Jewelry and Watches, a partner of Sartory Billard. The price of the watch is €9,950 or $11,700.
The collaboration between Sartory Billard and Tatsuya Todo is a testament to the brand's commitment to combining artistic craftsmanship with Swiss horlogy. The SB04-E Des Bulles is a unique timepiece that showcases the art of lacquer craftsmanship and the precision of Swiss watchmaking.
The SB04-E Des Bulles is a significant addition to Sartory Billard's collection, which is known for its unique and artistic timepieces. The brand's partnership with Martin Pulli Fine Jewelry and Watches has resulted in a truly exclusive timepiece that will appeal to collectors of independent horlogy and rare craftsmanship.
Key points
- The SB04-E Des Bulles features a unique dial made using the Japanese raden technique.
- The watch is powered by the Swiss La Joux-Perret G101A automatic movement.
- The SB04-E Des Bulles is a limited edition of just 26 pieces, each with a unique dial crafted by Tatsuya Todo.
