Bovet
Bovet Watches: The Absolute Peak of Artistic Watchmaking and Mechanical Poetry
Welcome to our dedicated space for Bovet 1822, a manufacture that elevates luxury watchmaking to the status of fine art. Founded by Édouard Bovet, the brand became legendary in the 19th century for its exquisitely decorated pocket watches made for the Chinese Emperor. Today, Bovet maintains this prestigious heritage by combining breath-taking decorative arts—such as miniature painting, hand-engraving, and guilloché—with ultra-complex, multi-axis tourbillons.
Here, you will find detailed reviews, artistic insights, and the latest releases from one of the most exclusive and visually stunning names in horology.
Iconic Collections: Engineering Masterpieces and Convertible Timepieces
Amadéo Fleurier: The brand’s signature concept. Featuring the distinctive crown at 12 o’clock, the Amadéo system allows the timepiece to easily convert from a wristwatch to a pocket watch or a table clock without any tools.
Virtuoso & Récital: High-complication canvases where Bovet showcases architectural calibers, three-dimensional moon phases, world timers, and astronomical complications of extraordinary depth.
19Thirty: A tribute to the last pocket watches crafted by the Bovet family before the wristwatch era, offering classical elegance, exceptional ergonomics, and a massive 7-day power reserve.
Where Art Meets Innovation Bovet stands out because it manufactures almost every component in-house, including the incredibly difficult-to-make hairsprings. This absolute independence allows their watchmakers and artisans to create miniature mechanical sculptures where hand-carved gold bridges and openworked dials coexist in perfect harmony.