This automata model, featuring a retrograde mechanism, embodies the uniqueness and allure of Van Cleef & Arpels' "Poetic Complications" collection, which the maison has cultivated over several years. Its truly romantic concept is remarkable: twice daily, at midnight and noon, the figures of a man and woman, previously separated, meet on a bridge for a minute-long kiss. Also striking is the dial's beautiful gradient color, achieved through the brand's proprietary "Contre-jour" (backlighting) enameling technique, newly adopted for this collection.

Hand-wound, white gold case, 38mm diameter, alligator strap, ¥12,390,000 (estimated retail price). Scheduled for release this autumn.