L’Epée 1839, Switzerland’s premier clock manufacturer, continues to amaze with its extraordinary creations, blending artistry and precision horology. From automotive-inspired kinetic sculptures to fantastical robot clocks, each piece tells a story. Here’s an overview of eight stunning timepieces:
1. T35
The T35 channels the spirit of iconic 1920s and 1930s race cars. With an 8-day movement and a handbrake that releases a hidden gas lighter, the T35 merges functionality with nostalgia.
Its body, crafted from aluminium and palladium-plated brass, echoes the elegance of vintage motorsports.
2. Dragon
The Dragon is a kinetic art piece that embodies the mythical Chinese dragon. With an 8-day movement and intricate design, its coiling body protects the gear chain, symbolizing strength and prosperity.
This masterpiece is limited to 88 pieces in gold, palladium, and red lacquer finishes.
3. Grenade: Explosive Precision
The Grenade reimagines the MKII grenade as a desk clock. Pulling the pin winds its 8-day movement, with hours and minutes displayed on aluminium disks.
This bold design challenges perceptions of time, urging owners to seize the moment.
4. Time Flies
The Time Flies captures the essence of 1930s aviation. Designed like a vintage plane, it features an 8-day movement visible in the cockpit.
With spinning propellers and stainless steel disks for time display, this piece celebrates humanity’s dream of flight.
5. ORB
The ORB transforms from a minimalist sphere to various display modes with four lacquered elytra.
Its 8-day movement strikes the hour and can chime on demand. Available in black and white, the ORB combines futuristic design with traditional craftsmanship.
6. Time Fast D8
The Time Fast D8 draws inspiration from 1950s race cars. Its 8-day movement is wound by reversing the car, and the steering wheel sets the time.
With engraved disks for time display and a glass dome escapement, it’s a nostalgic nod to motorsport.
7. Time Fast II: A 1960s Icon
The Time Fast II replicates 1960s racing sports cars with an H-chassis and dual independent movements.
Its pistons animate when wound, and the steering wheel sets the time. Available in Ferrari Red, British Racing Green, and more, this piece merges art and engineering.
8. Grant: The Transforming Robot Clock
The Grant is a triple-tracked robot clock with three display positions. Its 8-day movement features a grenade launcher that doubles as a winding key.
Grant’s polished components and transformer design make it a playful yet precise timepiece.
L’Epée 1839’s creations transcend conventional clockmaking, offering collectors kinetic sculptures that are both functional and artistic.
