The Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève, one of the world's most prestigious watchmaking awards, has paid tribute to Geneva Time Exhibition by awarding two of our most distinguished exhibitors : Laurent Ferrier and Jean-François Mojon, who will expose their incredible concept watches at the GTE's second edition, from January 16 – 21, 2011 at the Geneva International Conference Center (CICG).
Winner of the Man Watch Category, the Laurent Ferrier Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral has been created by Laurent Ferrier with the collaboration of « La Fabrique du Temps ». This first timepiece takes its inspiration from great chronometer competition watches, emphasizing on discretion, quality and precision. The Laurent Ferrier Genève Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral initiates a tradition both innovative and based on centuries old know-how.
The option of showing the Tourbillon cage through the sapphire case back was inspired by subtle and discrete design.
The conception and development of the movement and external parts are executed thanks to modern technologies yet respecting at the same time the codes of traditional haute horlogerie.
Creator of the highly acclaimed Harry Winston Opus X, Jean-François Mojon was awarded Best Conceptor Watchmaker 2010.
Inspired by planetary movements and the space-time continuum, Opus X captures the shape and dimensionality of time through the synchronous rotation of circular motions. Replacing a traditional fixed dial and watch hands, time is displayed as system of rotating indicators mounted on a revolving frame. Presenting a new technical challenge, as the frame completes a full rotation, the dials of each indicator turn in the opposite direction, ensuring orientation remains constant in any position.
Creator of the highly acclaimed Harry Winston Opus X, Jean-François Mojon was awarded Best Conceptor Watchmaker 2010.
Inspired by planetary movements and the space-time continuum, Opus X captures the shape and dimensionality of time through the synchronous rotation of circular motions. Replacing a traditional fixed dial and watch hands, time is displayed as system of rotating indicators mounted on a revolving frame. Presenting a new technical challenge, as the frame completes a full rotation, the dials of each indicator turn in the opposite direction, ensuring orientation remains constant in any position.
Following the Opus X, Jean-François Mojon has developed an ambitious project, kept secret for months. A few days ago, the creator has unveiled the secret, announcing an exceptional timepiece with a worldwide patented movement, created for the new brand Cyrus. The movement of this revolutionary timepiece, made in collaboration with Cyrus founder Laurent Lecamp, is equipped with an unprecedented, global-patented complication. This secret timepiece is already attracting everyone's attention!
Visit the Cyrus stand at GTE 2011 to learn more about it! Jean-François Mojon will, exceptionally, be present the whole week of the Fair (January,16-21 2011).
