Franck Muller Vanguard™ Loes Van Delft Skull

Franck Muller and renowned artist Loes Van Delft are once again joining forces for an exclusive, limited edition watch inspired by the powerful symbolism of the ‘skull. With only 75 pieces available, this second design within their collaboration is a must-have for art and watch lovers who embrace the bold and unconventional. The new watch is available from 2 November at a price of €19,500, including an original artwork by Loes Van Delft.

Following the success of last year's Vanguard™ Color Dreams Limited Edition LVD, which featured the playful character Pjipje, Loes Van Delft now embraces a darker, more intense style The dial of this new watch shows an expressive skull, framed by fiery colors and dynamic shapes With powerful contours and a dramatic colour palette, Van Delft brings to life the power of transformation The image on the dial symbolizes both the end and the beginning, with the skull as a metaphor for change and renewal The design has a raw and timeless beauty, and the bold colors emphasize the balance between light and dark in her work.

The new design showcases her recent artistic evolution, inspired by her signature character Pjipje, but also by a personal journey towards darker themes such as the skull. "Skulls for me represent transformation and the beauty of endings and new beginnings," says Loes Van Delft. "For me, this watch is a way of embracing the cycle of life, change and renewal. The power of simplicity and the balance between light and dark have shaped this piece."

This unique watch is not only a technical feat but also an artistic masterpiece. Each watch comes with an exclusive artwork by Loes Van Delft, inspired by the skull design and her signature style. This additional artwork, which references the dial, enhances the deep symbolism and offers collectors a unique connection to Van Delft's creative universe. The artworks embody her vision of change, saying goodbye to familiar images and opening up to new creative directions.

When I heard that the previous collaboration was so warmly received by collectors around the world, I was incredibly grateful," says Van Delft. "For this new design, I was inspired by the power of change and the beauty in it. The skull represents a new beginning and the possibility of always rediscovering."

Known for his technical mastery and groundbreaking designs, Franck Muller combines Swiss horology with Van Delft's avant-garde art. The timepiece has no numerals on the dial, fully showcasing the art and drawing attention to the bold design. The case, crafted with the care and precision that characterizes Franck Muller, makes this watch a wearable work of art for anyone who wants to embrace art and technology.

The watch will be available worldwide. With this second edition in their collaboration, Franck Muller and Loes Van Delft continue their unique vision, where art and technology merge into an inspiring whole.

About Loes Van Delft

Born in 1991, Loes Van Delft, a Dutch painter. Known for her vibrating and imaginative artwork, which often features whimsical characters and dreamlike scenes. Loes Van Delft’s journey began at a young age refining her skills by attending the St Lucas Art academy where she graduated in 2012. Her early career took an exciting turn when she interned with the creative team Supperclub in Amsterdam where she also held her first solo exhibition in 2011. Her artistic creations are characterized by an innocent quirkiness with a cheeky cartoon feel that she developed over the years, the recognizable character which she calls “Pjipje”. Loes Van Delft once noted: “My paintings always reflect something of the phase I'm going through in my life. If the work is rich in color and exudes cheerfulness, it signifies a positive period. If it takes on a slightly darker tone with Pjipe's expressions appearing more serious, it's indicative of challenging times. My paintings serve as a sort of diary for me.”

Loes Van Delft’s distinctive style has earned her acclaim over time. Crown with the Best Global Artist Award in Amsterdam International Art Fair in 2012, the young award-winning paintings are shown in various exhibitions around the world such as in Amsterdam, Barcelona and Taiwan.

Technical specifications

Franck Muller Vanguard Loes Van Delft Skull

Reference: V 43 SC SKULL LOES VAN DELFT NR BR (NR)

Limited edition of 75 pieces

Case

• Material: Grade-2 titanium
• Black PVD treatment on the case, hand brushed
• Black inserts on both sides of the case
• Dimensions: Width: 42.5 mm. Length: 52.7 mm.
• Thickness: 12.6 mm
• Glass: Sapphire crystal
• Water-resistant up to 30 meters

Dial and hands

• Skull depiction by Loes Van Delft

Movement

• MVT 2536-SC
• Bidirectional automatic movement
• Number of parts: 191
• Diameter: 25.6 mm
• Thickness: 3.6 mm
• Frequency: 28'800 vph (4 Hz)
• Power reserve of 42 hours

Finishing

• Côtes de Genève on bridges and the rotor plate
• Beveling on the rotor board
• Perlage on the mainplate
• Diamond polishing on the sinks and bridge bevels
• Sunray brushing on the bridges, rotor segment, bearing cage and barrel cover
• Snailing on the ratchets

Functions/Indications

• Hours, minutes, seconds

Strap and buckle

• Hand sewn alligator strap
• Brushed titanium buckle
• Black PVD coating

MSRP: EUR 19'500

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