MB&F is back with a stunning new take on its HM11 collection, this time stepping into the glitz and geometry of the 1930s Art Deco era. If you thought they were done rewriting the rules of watch design, think again. This time, it’s designer Maximilian Maertens who’s adding his unique flair to the collection, while paying homage to the bold architectural style that epitomized a bygone era.
First came the HM11 Architect, a timepiece inspired by the futuristic designs of the 1960s and ’70s. It turned a watch case into an architectural marvel, complete with a flying tourbillon parked under a sapphire crystal roof. Everything was functional – from time displays to power reserve indicators – turning the simple act of checking the time into a ceremonial affair. The case even rotated, offering a little wristwork that cuts down on a trip to the gym.
Now, the HM11 Art Deco keeps the architectural theme intact but says goodbye to the curves and hello to sharp lines and elegant motifs. The newest piece captures the essence of Art Deco with sunbeam motifs on the dial and beautiful, two-tone rings. Add a splash of red enamel to the hands and you’ve got a watch that practically screams, “Put me on and let’s go dance on a rooftop.”
This isn’t just a single release either. MB&F is celebrating its 20th anniversary with limited editions. With only ten pieces in each edition, the blue dial with yellow-gold-toned bridges or the green dial with rose-gold-toned bridges provides just the right mix of exclusivity and luxury. Both versions come with lizard straps – white for the blue, beige for the green – and offer a miniaturized cityscape you can wear on your wrist.
Collectors should dust off their art appreciation glasses and be ready to part with some serious cash – each of these beauties comes in at CHF 198,000 + VAT (or EUR 215,000 + TVA if European currencies are more your thing). But for a miniature Art Deco masterpiece, it might just be worth robbing your piggy bank.
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