From the beginning, Biver timepieces have served as canvases on which we can work with the wor- ld’s finest natural materials, utilize both traditional and cutting-edge watchmaking techniques, and ex- plore new design possibilities. The Carillon Tourbillon is the perfect embodiment of this ethos, with the technical backbone remaining the same while stone dials, skeletonization, gem-setting, engraving, and other crafts breathe new life into the archetype with each fresh iteration.

Our latest creation, the Carillon Tourbillon Desert Rose is a unique piece that highlights the bright, high- contrast relationship between these natural materials, all housed in a warm 18k rose gold case with a matching 18k rose gold bracelet. It is a maximalist take on an already impressive watch, showcasing the different elements that come together to give each Carillon Tourbillon its own distinctive personality.

At Biver, we are inspired by the past but we are always looking to utilize traditional crafts and ideas in new ways that reinvent watchmaking for the 21^st century. We refer to this as neoclassical watchmaking, and the Carillon Tourbillon Desert Rose is a perfect example of this approach. Both mother-of-pearl and ruby have rich histories of horological use, for dials and markers, respectively. In this watch we combine them, with each amplifying the unique qualities of the other. The mother-of-pearl’s deep, swirling surface and soft white hue pair perfectly with the thin ruby markers and their scarlet color. The facets of the ruby markers are echoed in the dial’s guilloché center, creating harmony amongst the various elements.

“The crafts and materials utilized all have long histories and can be found in classic vintage watches, but we have combined them to create a contemporary effect, underscored by our richly faceted bracelet and the carefully considered proportions of all the various dial elements.”

The Carillon Tourbillon Desert Rose is a unique piece and is available now.

After 50 years at the highest echelons of the watchmaking business, Jean-Claude Biver decided to partner with his son Pierre Biver and to embark on a magnificent new adventure together. In 2023, the two passionate collectors launched a new kind of watch brand, making timepieces that push the boundaries of watchmaking art and chart a vision for the future of what high-end Swiss watchmaking can be. Liberated from the usual corporate constraints, they assembled a dream team of top specialists, each a master in their respective fields, to craft truly extraordinary timepieces without compromise. The inaugural creation, the Carillon Tourbillon, features a tourbillon, minute repeater, and a micro-rotor, and holds a special place in their hearts, and they are excited now to be laying the foundation for the future of the Biver brand with the recent introduction of the anything-but-basic Automatique.

Limited edition	:	Unique piece
Functions	:	Hours, minutes Carillon minute repeater Tourbillon
Case	:	18k rose gold
Diameter	:	42 mm
Thickness	:	13.7 mm
Lug Width	:	21.3 mm
Glass	:	Sapphire crystal with inner anti-reflective coating
Caseback	:	Sapphire crystal
Water Resistance	:	50 meters / 165 feet (5 ATM)
Dial	:	Mother-of-pearl with guilloché center
Hands	:	18k rose gold, satin-finished Hand-beveled with four interior angles
Markers	:	Rubies
Movement	:	Calibre JCB-001-B Automatic winding via bi-directional platinum micro-rotor Every surface is hand decorated to the highest standards
Diameter	:	34 mm
Thickness	:	7.1 mm
Frequency	:	3 Hz (21,600 vph)
Power reserve	:	72 hours
Jewels	:	44
Components	:	374
Bracelet	:	18k rose gold
Buckle	:	18k gold folding clasp
Price	:	CHF 670,000 (excl. local taxes and duties)