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The Liquid Dial Timepiece from Artya
Luxury Swiss watchmaker Artya are set to launch a distinctive timepiece boasting a dial that looks to be covered with a layer of ice and snow.
Due to be unveiled at the forthcoming BaselWorld 2011 luxury watch fair, the Artpiece 1/1 Liquid dial is embellished with real, free-moving liquid.
Designed by Master horologist Yvan Arpa, renowned for his bold and unconventional timepieces, the material and technique used to create the effect are said to be unique.
A combination of acrylic paint and a special varnish ensures the mixture never dries, creating the impression of moving liquid.
Artya says that the material complies “100%” to watchmaking standards and has been proofed and tested by independent watchmakers to secure nothing will escape or damage the movement.
The timepiece is presented on a hand-sewn strap produced from high-tech rubber combined with processed “Alzavel waterproof” fabric.
Other stand-out features include the watch’s case which is sculptured from steel with satin-finished or black PVD-coated surface.
BaselWorld will take place from March 24 – 31.