New Blancpain La Ola, the indomitable spirit of the sea in a display of technique and craft 2026

The modelBlancpain The WaveIt is the latest creation of the Artistic Crafts Workshops of the manufacturingBlancpain,that enhances the silver obsidian from Mexico with the Japanese Rokusho patina technique in a tribute to the agitation of the sea as reflected in The Great Wave off Kanagawa, the Japanese print created by Hokusai.

This mysterious stone has been chosen for its beautiful grayish color, very suitable to reflect the artistic charm of the piece from which it is inspired. A special material that serves as a base for applying the white gold with which Blancpain has crowned this model.

In a display of technique in theBlancpain The WaveSeveral procedures have been combined: a base made of Shakudo, an alloy of gold and copper, patinated using the aforementioned rokusho technique, a polishing phase of certain parts of the tube and an engraving on the obsidian. The result is a beautiful dial with a changing appearance and incredible hues.

On the other hand, in addition to its appearance, the mechanical aspect has also been taken care of in the innovation of its movements.Blancpainhas modified the traditional manual winding caliber 13R0 and converted it into the 13R3A, a variant in which the power reserve is located on the side of the bridge, to give more visibility to the engraving.

Equipped with a three-barrel movement that is assembled and disassembled successively, it has a power reserve of eight days. In addition, it presents a double pomme platinum case.

The cowhide bracelet is a display of custom-made Swiss craftsmanship. Its gray color perfectly enhances the mysterious aesthetic of the sea of ​​this unique piece, which, thanks to its exclusivity, has served to illustrate an issue of the prestigious magazineLetters du Brassus.

Enjoy theBlancpain The Wave, an exceptional watch, a faithful reflection of the untamed spirit of the sea, whose refined aesthetic makes this an essential piece that all art lovers will want to own.

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