For almost two centuries, the decorative arts applied to haute horlogerie achieved excellence at the Maison Bovet, which today continues to delight collectors and art lovers with the virtuosity of its craftsmen. At the beginning of the 19th century, Edouard Bovet raised the prestige of Swiss watchmaking by taking the decorative arts - and especially miniature enamelling - to their highest expression. Following the norms and traditions of his time, he employed the best watchmakers of the Val-de-Travers and entrusted the decoration of cases to the enamellers installed along the Geneva hydroelectric power station. The most eminent artists of that golden age still contribute to the reputation of Bovet 1822 timepieces today. Mr Pascal Raffy, owner of the Maison Bovet 1822, once again demonstrates his commitment to safeguarding and perpetuating the tradition of the decorative horological arts in the noblest expression of time. It is therefore logical that he decided to apply the same working methods, the same techniques and the same rigour as his illustrious predecessors in this new collection that unquestionably redefines the concept of excellence. An even more significant achievement considering that the diameter of today's timepieces is smaller than that of 19th century pocket watches. The quest for uniqueness and a passion for the fine arts are the values that united Pascal Raffy and Ilgiz Fazulzyanov. Specialists consider Ilgiz Fazulzyanov to be the heir of the most illustrious enamellers of all time, such as Lissignol, Richter, Liotard or even Huaut. Many of these artists, who made Geneva enamels famous, collaborated with the Maison Bovet in the 19th century. Recently, homage was paid to this unparalleled heritage with a joint exhibition at the prestigious Kremlin Museums in Moscow. In addition to boasting extraordinary technical and artistic expertise in the field of fire enamel, Ilgiz Fazulzyanov is also one of the leading jewellery designers of his generation. The exclusive collection of unique pieces offered by Bovet 1822 and Ilgiz Fazulzyanov will come as no surprise to 19th century watch specialists and collectors, as it is directly descended from the historical pocket watches manufactured by the Bovet brothers in the early 1800s. The poppies in this unique composition form a bouquet illuminated by 138 diamonds that create enchanting reflections and contrasts. This exceptional work is contained within the 39 mm diameter of the Fleurier Amadeo case. Seven years were necessary for Maison Bovet to create the Amadeo case. This ingenious patented system makes it possible - with a few simple gestures and no need for tools - to transform the timepiece into a table clock or pocket watch for the men's models and into a pendant for the ladies'.
