Mysterious Mecanisms
In 2026, Hermès opens a new window onto time. The movement structure appears as a constantly changing backdrop where the eye travels between light and shade, between transparency and depth.
Through these fine openings, each gear plays a role in a miniature stage-setting where function converses with aesthetics. The art of skeletonisation becomes a language in its own right, shaping the Hermès H08 watch, finding a new expression in the Arceau Samarcande watch and taking centre stage in the Slim d’Hermès collection. Within this theatrical interlude, Hermès transforms the moment into a lively spectacle and reveals its mysteries.
Hermès H08 squelette
The Hermès H08 watch continues narrating its shape – at once round and square – while housing a mechanism that reveals the invisible.
Framed by a 39 mm satin-brushed titanium case, the intricate mechanical workings appear both uncluttered and architectural. Vanishing lines and gears guide the eye to the heart of the new Hermès H1978S skeletonised titanium calibre. The components interlock and overlap, inviting the gaze to venture through the structures of time.
The Hermès H08 Squelette features a structured, woven-patterned rubber strap matching the shades specific to each of its two models. On the blue version, the blue hour-markers made of Super-LumiNova® reinforce the contrast effects, intensely highlighting the model’s graphic nature.
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Arceau Samarcande
Recalling Hermès’ origins, the horse permeates the Arceau Samarcande watch. Initially daring, now timeless, the Arceau line, designed by Henri d’Origny in 1978, combines expertise and equestrian spirit and distinguishes itself through a round case with stirrup-inspired asymmetrical lugs. Time rings out beneath a Saint-Louis crystal dial openworked to form a horse’s head.
Its cutout reveals the new H1927 skeletonised mechanical self-winding movement featuring a custom-made calibre designed and produced exclusively for Hermès.
Housed in a 38 mm-diameter white or rose gold case, this new chiming movement activates the minute repeater gong.
Under the starry eye of the horse, the watch traces a transition between two worlds where interior and exterior meet and mingle.
This game of hide-and-seek leaves room for the imagination, while the sapphire crystal caseback enables the wearer to admire the movement details along with the minute repeater hammers and the micro-rotor, finely adorned with the Duc attelé motif. This haute horlogerie timepiece is paired with straps in different shades matching the colours of the watch.