Thierry Oulevay and master watchmaster Christophe Claret founded Jean Dunand, “the quintessence of the niche brand”, in 2003, to honour Swiss artist Jean Dunand (1877-1942), a leading figure of the Art Deco movement in Paris.

Designed and constructed by Claret through and through, the Tourbillon Orbital is not only a piece-unique collection, it is also haute horology with an unconventional approach. First, the size is impressive. 45mm in diameter, the model was available in gold and platinum. The architecture of this 215 parts marvel based on rotates, carrying in orbit a one-minute flying tourbillon on a revolving dial.

Extremely well-preserved, this unique piece is encased in a hefty platinum case. The dial is incredibly sophisticated embracing the beauty of mother-of-pearl and pavé diamonds. Each marker on the chapter ring is indicated with a diamond and a subtle star-shaped motif.

The patented manual calibre IO200 presents a 110 hours power-reserve gauge, visible through an aperture in the caseband indicated by E and F. The moon phases and winding stem are positioned on the back of the watch. Christophe Claret spent two years resolving the challenge of winding and setting a constantly revolving movement and mainspring barrel with an innovative folding key set vertically into the movement's central axis that both winds the mainspring and sets the time.

Truly a masterpiece of high horology fusing exceptional craftsmanship and technical finesse, the present timepiece is a unique piece preserved in excellent condition, and it is complete with its full set of accessories.