HAOFA | Millennium Zodiac Animal Heads Central Tourbillon Watch

Inspired by the bronze zodiac sculptures of Yuanmingyuan's historic water clock, twelve finely crafted animal heads take the place of conventional hour markers. Each represents one of the Chinese zodiac signs and its corresponding traditional time period, transforming an iconic cultural relic into an extraordinary dial design.

Eight animal heads feature luminous gold-plated finishes, while four are presented in dark, aged tones to symbolize the cultural treasures that remain displaced. This contrasting treatment evokes the passage of history and serves as a tribute to China's enduring cultural heritage.

Drawing inspiration from traditional Chinese compasses and classical decorative patterns, the dial combines intricate textures with an original circular hand design. Carefully engineered to preserve the visual prominence of the central tourbillon, it brings traditional Eastern aesthetics into contemporary mechanical watchmaking.

At the heart of the watch, the central tourbillon takes centre stage, creating a captivating mechanical focal point within the zodiac-inspired composition. Limited to 500 pieces, the watch is accompanied by a specially designed African Blackwood presentation box and a matching carved wooden zodiac animal-head seal, extending the cultural experience beyond the timepiece itself.