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Roger Dubuis: Sneak Peak at new Hommage @ SIHH 2014
Jan 10, 2014,07:31 AM
The Hommage collection was first launched in 1995 at the
time of the company’s founding, as a distinctive means of paying homage
to generations of watchmakers, as well as to the noble horological
traditions they faithfully perpetuate. It is currently experiencing a
sweeping revival fully unveiled with a 2014 range that cements its place
at the heart of the Roger Dubuis universe.Symbolically
speaking, the Hommage collection represents the fifth element radiating
throughout the brand range: Incredible Mechanics. It is the
quintessence around which the four Roger Dubuis worlds of the Warrior,
the Player, the Venturer and the Diva – which respectively inspire the
Excalibur, La Monégasque, Pulsion and Velvet collections – naturally
gravitate. The Hommage collection pays tribute to these Incredible
Mechanics, to the expertise and the proud horological traditions
governing Roger Dubuis.The SIHH 2014 will
witness the introduction of a stunning series of Hommage watches
capturing the very essence of classical horology. They also encapsulate
the spirit of the visionary watchmaker who founded the company and
humbly wished to honour his horological forefathers and the art they
uphold. “A watch has always been an emotional object for me”, explains
Mr Roger Dubuis. “In my youth, I was fascinated by those luminous dials
that made me dream. My watchmaking journey began with the steeple of my
village church and walking past the clock on the tower. That is how I
fell madly in love with horological mechanisms. Having founded the
Manufacture Roger Dubuis in 1995, I decided I wanted to create a watch
to thank my teachers, friends and all those who had helped me learn and
perfect my art. The result was aptly named Hommage. What touches me
about the new Hommage collection is that it is created by a new
generation, while maintaining the same initial spirit of gratitude to
our forebears.” A true perfectionist by nature, Mr Roger Dubuis
scrutinises the new Hommage timepieces and unequivocally acknowledges:
“they are indeed simply perfect”.Revisited
and reinterpreted in a neo-classical vein, the timepieces in the
Hommage Collection regroup the entire genetic heritage of Roger Dubuis.
Like the master-watchmaker who gave life to this collection, the latter
is endowed not only with style but also with a powerful character. The
Hommage collection tells a story: that of its founder, Mr Roger Dubuis.
It offers a chance to discover the creative talent of the man who in
1995 embarked upon an adventure that is unique in the watchmaking world.
It portrays an exceptional personality who instigated the policy of
earning Poinçon de Genève certification for the entire Roger Dubuis
production. It serves as the custodian of his spirit of innovation and
his quest for reliability. Vividly embodying the master-watchmaker’s
wealth of experience, inherited from all those who have preceded him and
admirably perpetuated by the current generation at work within Roger
Dubuis, this collection gives rise to creations that will make their
mark on horological history.The collection
focuses on traditional Fine Watchmaking movements and on craftsmanship
skills such as guilloché work, enamelling and mother-of-pearl. Featuring
classic designs made in precious materials and frequently issued in
limited editions, the models in the Hommage collection embody a blend of
aesthetic refinement and traditional watchmaking codes. Dedicated to
Fine Watchmaking enthusiasts in search of excellence, they all proudly
bear Mr Roger Dubuis’ signature on the case-back.Other
stellar Roger Dubuis timepieces at the SIHH 2014 will include the
titanium DLC version of the groundbreaking Excalibur Quatuor, as well as
a dazzling Velvet Haute Joaillerie creation. Each of the timepieces
embodies another facet of Roger Dubuis’ unswerving commitment to
excellence, as vividly illustrated in its 100% Poinçon de
Genève-certified production.The SIHH is a
pivotal event at the start of each year that provides a unique showcase
in which Roger Dubuis delights in displaying both its latest creations
and in revealing fresh facets of its richly complex and sophisticated
nature. This year’s edition, dedicated to the Hommage collection, will
bring another opportunity to step into a place beyond time pervaded by
an infinitely timely theme – embodying exactly the kind of visual and
conceptual paradox on which Roger Dubuis thrives!
Me: DROOL!!! A very powerful an dynamic interpretation of the classic Hommage - well done, at least as far as I can guess from the images!
Cheers,
Magnus
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Roger Dubuis: Sneak Peak at new Hommage @ SIHH 2014
By: Ornatus-Mundi : January 10th, 2014-07:31
The Hommage collection was first launched in 1995 at the time of the company’s founding, as a distinctive means of paying homage to generations of watchmakers, as well as to the noble horological traditions they faithfully perpetuate. It is currently expe...
"powerful an dynamic"
By: small-luxury-world : January 10th, 2014-07:58
Yes, especially on the second picture. Only a few more days ... :-) Oliver
it is nice but...
By: radone : January 10th, 2014-08:18
I still like the old version more ...
These are iconic watches...
By: Ornatus-Mundi : January 11th, 2014-23:52
and it is always very difficult to improve upon such classics. I really understand your feelings - but I still would be interested to learn why you prefer the vintage ones! Thanks a lot, Magnus