Philippe Delhotal's 2015 creation, the Slim d'Hermès, captures the quintessential spirit of the legendary House through its marriage of precise craftsmanship and sublime proportion. The watch's refined silhouette speaks to both modern sensibilities and eternal elegance, channeling the distinctive aesthetic and imaginative universe that define Hermès. This exceptional timepiece serves as a canvas for master artisans, reimagining the iconic Faubourg of Dreams silk scarf in horological form.
The new Slim d'Hermès Faubourg of Dreams comes in a numbered limited edition of 24 pieces cased in 18K white gold with a diameter of 39.5 mm and powered by the Manufacture Hermès H1950 automatic movement with a power reserve of 48 hours.
An Artistic Vision Transformed
London-based illustrator Stuart Patience brings his masterful artistry to this extraordinary dial painted on sapphire and aventurine, reimagining the historic Hermès flagship at 24 Faubourg Saint-Honoré as a cosmic vessel drifting through infinite space. His skilled draftsmanship creates a fantastical curiosity chamber where beloved objects float weightlessly through the celestial void.
Artisanal Excellence in Miniature with a Majestic Centerpiece
The dial showcases two distinguished craft techniques: intricate miniature painting paired with precise applique engraving. The foundation features a luminous aventurine base, its surface dancing with golden spangles while hand-painted celestial bodies—planets and stars—create dimensional depth. Above this cosmic landscape, a sapphire crystal ring cradles an array of suspended objects: an open handbag, a horseshoe, headphones, and a telephone handset, each rendered with meticulous brushwork.
Against this richly contrasted backdrop of vibrant yellows and deep blues, a magnificent horse commands attention with its lustrous silver presence. The equine figure's graceful form reveals countless faceted surfaces, achieved through an intricate dyeing and abrasion technique before placement at the dial's heart. The horse's chest becomes the anchor point for the watch's elegant baton-style hour and minute hands, powered by the reliable H1950 self-winding movement within its white gold case.
Completing these masterpieces, a Graphite and Bleu Abysse alligator leather strap exemplifies the House's renowned leather expertise. This remarkable Slim d'Hermès edition, limited to just 24 pieces, represents the perfect synthesis of traditional craftsmanship and imaginative artistry that has defined Hermès for generations.
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