MAJOR ART
The independent brand presents a unique piece that will be auctioned by Philips Auctioneers during the TimeForArt charity event, which will be held on December 7 this year.
From Frank Sinatra to Jay-Z, Lou Reed, Bruce Springsteen, Sting, as well as Taylor Swift, the Big Apple was, is, and always will be a source of inspiration. Every generation can think of the lyrics of a song that go with New York. Strolling along the paths and trails of Central Park also forges lasting memories like the ones sparked by Christelle Rosnoblet, Speake Marin‘s CEO’s wanderings. These recollections guided her brand’s compass to métiers d’art and to imagining a spectacular masterpiece. This one-piece creation going under the name of Promenade à New York will be up for sale during the next TimeForArt charity auction.
A miniature scenescape painted by hand on its mother-of-pearl dial illustrates a fall-time view of the well-known Gapstow Bridge. Vibrant colors bring this incredibly-delicate detailed setting to life. On top, the duo of hands, including the heart-shaped hour one, hover gently. The small seconds hand, in the shape of a watchmaker’s lathe from bygone days, off-set at 1:30, ticks by steadily, driven by the SMA03 caliber equipped with a micro-rotor. This selfwinding movement with outstanding finishes offers the watch a power reserve of 52 hours. This device, assembled using some 147 components, nestles inside a 42 mm-diameter titanium case attached by a tawny leather strap clasped by a pin buckle. A perfect match, an invitation to explore all the side streets and alleyways of New York, or elsewhere, at your own pace, in your own way. Be yourself, no matter what they say…
