Hermès introduces two new versions of the Arceau watch, originally created by Henri d’Origny in 1978.

They feature the model’s signature asymmetrical lugs: their shape, designed as if to allow a stirrup leather to slide through it, evokes the Hermès saddle-making world. Nonetheless, the distinctive italic typeface of the Arceau hour-markers has vanished so as to give pride of place to the exceptional straw marquetry gracing the dial.

The blue and black motifs, framed by the 41 mm-diameter white gold watch case, depict two iconic Hermès tie patterns featuring chevrons and tiny squares.

Equipped with mechanical self-winding Calibre H1928 by Manufacture Vaucher exclusively for Hermès, these two models are endowed with a 55-hour power reserve. A matt indigo blue alligator strap matches the colours of the straw dial.

These two collector’s models are presented together in a precious Makassar ebony presentation box, itself adorned with straw marquetry. Hand craftsmanship lies at the core of the aesthetic cultivated by the House of Hermès.

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