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Franck Muller Presents Its New Vanguard™ Loes Van Delft Skull Watch

Luxferity, 26.11.2024

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Franck Muller and renowned artist Loes Van Delft are once again joining forces for an exclusive, limited edition watch inspired by the powerful symbolism of the ‘skull. With only 75 pieces available, this second design within their collaboration is a must-have for art and watch lovers who embrace the bold and unconventional The new watch will be available from 2 November at a price of €19,500, including an original artwork by Loes Van Delft.

Franck Muller Presents Its New Vanguard™ Loes Van Delft Skull Watch

Following the success of last year's Vanguard™ Color Dreams Limited Edition LVD, which featured the playful character Pjipje, Loes Van Delft now embraces a darker, more intense style The dial of this new watch shows an expressive skull, framed by fiery colors and dynamic shapes With powerful contours and a dramatic colour palette, Van Delft brings to life the power of transformation The image on the dial symbolizes both the end and the beginning, with the skull as a metaphor for change and renewal The design has a raw and timeless beauty, and the bold colors emphasize the balance between light and dark in her work

The new design showcases her recent artistic evolution, inspired by her signature character Pjipje, but also by a personal journey towards darker themes such as the skull. ‘Skulls for me represent transformation and the beauty of endings and new beginnings,’ says Loes Van Delft. ‘For me, this watch is a way of embracing the cycle of life, change and renewal. The power of simplicity and the balance between light and dark have shaped this piece.’

Franck Muller Presents Its New Vanguard™ Loes Van Delft Skull Watch

This unique watch is not only a technical feat but also an artistic masterpiece. Each watch comes with an exclusive artwork by Loes Van Delft, inspired by the skull design and her signature style. This additional artwork, which references the dial, enhances the deep symbolism and offers collectors a unique connection to Van Delft's creative universe. The artworks embody her vision of change, saying goodbye to familiar images and opening up to new creative directions.

‘When I heard that the previous collaboration was so warmly received by collectors around the world, I was incredibly grateful,’ says Van Delft. ‘For this new design, I was inspired by the power of change and the beauty in it. The skull represents a new beginning and the possibility of always rediscovering.’

Franck Muller Presents Its New Vanguard™ Loes Van Delft Skull Watch

Known for his technical mastery and groundbreaking designs, Franck Muller combines Swiss horology with Van Delft's avant-garde art. The timepiece has no numerals on the dial, fully showcasing the art and drawing attention to the bold design. The case, crafted with the care and precision that characterizes Franck Muller, makes this watch a wearable work of art for anyone who wants to embrace art and technology.

The watch will be available worldwide. With this second edition in their collaboration, Franck Muller and Loes Van Delft continue their unique vision, where art and technology merge into an inspiring whole.