The Chinese dragon stands as a potent symbol of harmony and metamorphosis while embodying the delicate balance between strength and wisdom. This mythical inspiration has been brought to vivid life by Jaquet Droz through a sophisticated alchemy of materials and art. To celebrate this cornerstone of culture, the brand is unveiling the Tourbillon Skelet Red Gold Dragon Mask which stands as a unique piece combining the skills of master craftsmen to set a legendary heritage within the beating heart of time.

The creature seems to emerge directly from the dial as if plucked straight from the pages of a legend. Its face comes to life through long horns, curled whiskers, and sharp fangs that capture the light in every minute detail. This is not merely a watch but a sculpture where each curve has been carved by hand in a luxurious alloy of white, yellow, and red gold. The mask is carved from a solid block of gold and engraved on both sides before being applied to a decorated background so it appears to float effortlessly over the movement.

The age-old creature finds its refuge within an 18-karat red gold case that measures 41 mm in diameter. To intensify the gaze of the beast, the artisans utilized specific cuts of precious stones including cabochon-cut emeralds in a bezel setting. These gems blend seamlessly into the material to accentuate the power of the design and maximize the intensity of the dragon's stare. This unique piece represents a collective adventure that required nearly a year of design and over 200 hours of meticulous labor from master craftsmen.

Beneath the mask lies a self-winding skeleton movement housing a flying tourbillon positioned at 12 o'clock which blends into the floral lines engraved on the back of the watch. This manufacture calibre is a marriage of spectacular aesthetics and mechanical excellence that offers an exceptional eight-day power reserve. The sapphire back reveals a personal touch with an oscillating weight engraved with the words "ONE MORE" as a nod to the collector who commissioned this narrative universe.

The result of a close dialogue between the brand and a collector, this timepiece was custom-made with every detail refined to its ultimate expression. This art watch fully embodies the brand's philosophy of the Unique by bringing an intimate vision to life where art and watchmaking merge. At Jaquet Droz, the dragon breathes beauty rather than fire and forges a new alliance between heritage and innovation.