The Blueprint
Friday, 30 October - Friday, 6 November 2026

Berneron, Mirage Lapis Lazuli

Lot Details

- Manufacturer: Berneron - Model name: Mirage, Lapis Lazuli - Functions: Hours, minutes - Year: 2026 - Case/movement : A 044 - Material: White gold - Calibre: Hand-winding, Cal. MS 215 - Bracelet/Strap: Leather strap - Clasp/Buckle: White gold pin buckle - Dimensions: 34x30mm - Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed - Accessories: Original presentation box & Certificate of authenticity What You Should Know: Few modern launches have attracted as much attention as Sylvain Berneron's Mirage. Conceived around the idea that a mechanical movement should follow the shape of the watch rather than dictate it, the Mirage challenges conventional notions of case design with its remarkable asymmetrical silhouette. The result is a watch that feels both entirely contemporary and reminiscent of the expressive, sculptural designs of the mid-20th century. The present example, crafted in white gold and fitted with a lapis lazuli dial, offers a particularly captivating interpretation of this already distinctive timepiece. The natural lapis lazuli dial is undoubtedly the centrepiece, its deep blue colour and subtle golden inclusions creating a striking contrast with the cool tones of the white gold case. The absence of a conventional dial layout allows the unusual shape of the Mirage to take centre stage, while its beautifully integrated hands reinforce the watch's fluid, almost organic appearance. Beneath this unconventional exterior lies the manually wound calibre MS 215, a specially developed movement whose architecture follows the contours of the case, demonstrating that the Mirage's originality extends well beyond its aesthetics. Dating to 2026, the present example is accompanied by its original presentation box and certificate of authenticity. Combining an extraordinary case design, a richly coloured natural stone dial and a movement conceived specifically for its unusual proportions, this white gold Mirage is a compelling expression of Berneron's approach to independent watchmaking, where mechanical ingenuity and artistic freedom are given equal importance.