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In the realm of haute horology, Parmigiani Fleurier has once again set a benchmark with its latest creation, the Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse. Unveiled on the 2nd of December, coinciding with the birthday of the founder Michel Parmigiani, this timepiece embodies art, mechanical ingenuity, and the allure of the minute repeater.
At its core, the Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse is a homage to nature’s symmetry, drawing inspiration from the Fibonacci sequence and the golden ratio. The meticulously crafted 42mm white gold case houses a tapestry of craftsmanship that reflects Michel Parmigiani’s devotion to harmony and balance.
The guilloché design represents the mathematical elegance of mother nature. Enveloped in pastel green Grand Feu enamel, the timepiece is a marvel of artisanal mastery. Each layer of enamel is painstakingly applied and polished, revealing iridescent depth that harmonizes with delicate hand engravings, breathing life into the motif.
Breaking convention, the Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse hides its time display on the reverse side, leaving the front as a canvas for artistry. Beneath the translucent enamel lies a guilloché pattern, punctuated by the engraving of a pinecone, a nod to infinity and natural perfection.
Turn the watch over, and the wearer is greeted by a “secret” dial crafted from Guatemalan white jade. Adorned with rose gold hour and minute markers, this dial transforms the act of checking time into an intimate ritual and a poetic reflection.
At the heart of the Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse lies the revered minute repeater. Cathedral gongs, extending nearly twice around the movement, produce prolonged, resonant chimes that evoke the grandeur of cathedral bells.
Guido Terreni, CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier, highlighted the spirit of the watch:
“Each strike becomes a profound connection to the mystery of chiming watches in its purest form. It is an invitation to experience time not just visually, but acoustically—honoring a heritage that predates electricity.”
Powered by a manually wound movement crafted by Renaud Papi, this horological masterpiece consists of 392 components and boasts a 72-hour power reserve, and the gongs, affixed directly to the case for enhanced resonance.
The Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse comes housed in a bespoke watch box that features a resonator crafted from Risoud spruce wood, this amplifies its chimes, allowing the owner to immerse themselves in a rich auditory experience.
Limited to just five unique pieces, each Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse is tailored to its owner, ensuring no two watches are alike. In a world increasingly dominated by immediacy, this timepiece is a reminder of the luxury of patience and the profound connection between man, machine, and time.
