The Excalibur Bi-Retrograde Calendar by Roger Dubuis

This year, Roger Dubuis celebrates its 30th anniversary, and for the occasion, the company pays tribute to its co-founder’s favourite complication: the bi-retrograde display.

This function, previously featured in the Excalibur Grande Complication alongside a dozen other highly complex mechanisms, takes centre stage once again. The Maison has also introduced a less complicated, more classic edition to further honour the bi-retrograde display.

Also referred to as “the ecliptic counters” by the Maison a nod to their elliptical shape and distinctive role in indicating the months and date the design showcases a symmetrical dial layout. Enhanced by refined detailing, it pays homage to the Maison’s early creations from 1996.

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Holthinrichs Watches is a distinctive brand founded by Michiel Holthinrichs, who was raised in an environment filled with art and classic cars due to his parents' backgrounds as an artist and an automotive engineer. This upbringing nurtured his strong imagination and passion for design, craftsmanship, and technical excellence. The brand embodies a unique fusion of influences, drawing inspiration from various artistic movements and renowned architects and designers.

The design philosophy of Holthinrichs Watches takes inspiration from Art Nouveau's elegant and three-dimensional shapes, Art Deco's clear lines and materialistic expression, and the principles of early modernism. This amalgamation of styles results in watches that showcase a harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality.

Notable architects and designers like Victor Horta, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Eero Saarinen, Santiago Calatrava, and car designer Battista Farina have left their mark on the brand's creations. Their influence is evident in the watches' holistic approach to design, spatial composition, and refined lines.

One of the standout features of Holthinrichs Watches is the meticulous attention to detail and artistic expression found in the ornaments adorning the timepieces. Each watch is thoughtfully named after its ornamental design, representing a powerful expression of sophistication and cultivated taste.