SIHH 2019: At Hermès, the wolf howls, and the moon is the star of the Arceau L’Heure de la Lune

Hermès is one of few fashion brands also capable of making haute horlogerie combining traditional artisanal techniques with contemporary technology. A shimmering example of this is the Hermès Arceau L’Heure de la Lune. In a patent-filed execution of the moon phase, two rotating white or anthracite lacquered dials revealing the shape of the moon as seen from both the northern and southern hemispheres.

The moons made of mother-of-pearl are fixed on a backdrop of rough-textured meteorite or sparkling aventurine, both materials experiencing a high tide in watchmaking at the moment. Also note the Pegasus painted on the top moon.