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Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work. 

Glossary

Flinqué

Flinqué is a term used to describe the intricate art of creating geometric patterns on a watch dial using the guilloché technique. The guilloché technique involves engraving precise and repetitive patterns on the dial's surface. Once the patterns are engraved, the dial is coated with enamel, adding a layer of vibrant colors and depth to the design. Combining guilloché engraving with enamel coating requires exceptional skill and craftsmanship, as it involves mastering two complex artistic forms.