From Louis Vuitton Escale M&eacute;tiers D&rsquo;Art&rsquo;s &ldquo;Cabinet of Wonders,&rdquo; highlighting technical expertise and inspired by Gaston-Louis Vuitton&rsquo;s personal collections.

The most recent Escale, powered by the micro-rotor calibre LFT023, features a refined redesign. The 40 mm rose and white gold cases showcase a polished bezel that softly curves to enhance the case profile. The hour and minute hands are lance-shaped, adding to the sleek aesthetic. The new Gaston-Louis Vuitton (GLV) monogram is presented in various gold and stone settings, adding a touch of elegance. The intricately engraved middles and buckles of the cases are adorned with three variations of the Seigaiha waves.

On the dial, two lifelike blue carps are placed on smooth, river-worn stones. The white gold carp&rsquo;s scales achieve an iridescent effect through subtle oxidisation by hand engraving and kiln firing. The white gold dial plate features spinning waves embellished with diamonds, smoky quartz and rock crystal. A mother-of-pearl disc with pale blue stones showcases Louis Vuitton Monogram blossoms. At 6 o&rsquo;clock, the GLV monogram is set with onyx and carved in white gold.

At 12 o&rsquo;clock, the second watch showcases a tropical snake devouring the GLV monogram, complete with fangs and a forked tongue. This watch incorporates marquetry and features a bamboo forest created with a 367-piece jigsaw of wood, parchment and straw. Champlev&eacute; enamel in vibrant blues and greens fills the snake&rsquo;s V-strokes and Monogram flowers. The dial also includes bamboo leaves on the top right, resembling a serpent. The white gold GLV monogram is adorned with a brilliant green jade stone. Additionally, this watch boasts a hand-engraved leaf bezel.

The third watch depicts a majestic dragon and utilises varying shades of gold to create a visually appealing design that represents the sky and water. The dial plate is hammered until matte, and grooves are carved into it to accommodate rose gold or yellow gold wires of different lengths. The dragon&rsquo;s scales are enamelled, while the dragon and the clouds around it are engraved and finished with a mix of matte and polished textures. At 9 o&rsquo;clock, the ruby-eyed dragon&rsquo;s claws grasp the GLV monogram which is set with a red carnelian stone.

Louis Vuitton presents a trio of limited-edition timepieces

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