Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece MP7228-TIMEFORART24

Maurice Lacroix Ref. MP7228-TIMEFORART24 A unique bronze wristwatch with sculptural dial, sold to benefit Swiss Institute

Manufacturer : Maurice Lacroix Year : 2024 Reference No : MP7228-TIMEFORART24 Model Name : MASTERPIECE SKELETON "With what eyes?" by Rodrigo Hernández Material : Bronze Calibre : Manual, cal. ML134, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Leather Clasp/Buckle : Bronze pin buckle Dimensions : 43mm Diameter Signed : Case, movement, and buckle signed. Dial signed with handmade "Rodrigo H." engraving at nine o'clock Accessories : Accompanied by Maurice Lacroix presentation box and outer packaging This year, as part of the TimeForArt auction, Maurice Lacroix has created a unique piece in collaboration with the acclaimed Mexican artist Rodrigo Hernández. The artist was granted full freedom to reinterpret the Swiss brand’s MASTERPIECE Skeleton in his own unique style. Inspired by Hernández’s exhibition at the Wattis Institute in San Francisco and the philosophical question, “Are humans the only dreamers on Earth?”, the watch depicts two monkeys staring at each other. The primates are handcrafted in bronze to form a bewitching dial. Equipped with the Masterpiece ML134 Manufacture Caliber, the hand-wound movement features a three-quarter plate, conferring torsional rigidity to the skeletonised structure. Both the plate and bridges are executed in a golden sandblasted finish, complementing the artistic bronze dial. Bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, has been used in the making of important statues for thousands of years. Hernández also selected the material for the model’s case as it is often viewed with reverence, making it an ideal medium for this wrist-worn sculpture. Measuring 43mm in diameter, the case incorporates a sapphire caseback and bears the artist’s signature at 9 o’clock. Lastly, a hand-braided leather strap was selected by the artist to complement the handcrafted dial. The Maurice Lacroix MASTERPIECE Skeleton ‘With what eyes?’ unites the worlds of watchmaking and art through a shared appreciation for craftsmanship and design.