The latest in a series of four models, it skillfully combines contemporary elegance with century-old watchmaking craftsmanship. Its deep, mysterious black tones enhance the exceptional dial, reflecting the brand's in-house expertise in movement manufacturing. Tradition and creativity unite in this piece of horological art, embodying the perfect harmony between mechanics and design.
A dial with striking contrasts: geometry in black
The GEOMETRY BLACK represents a fresh interpretation of the brand's dedication to artisanal craftsmanship, perpetuating a Swiss tradition of excellence. Its 18-carat gold dial, entirely cloaked in black, exudes a powerful intensity. The monochromatic palette acts as a revealer, highlighting the subtle contrasts of its hand-guilloché patterns.
A true demonstration of Schwarz Etienne's artisan skills, the dial incorporates traditional motifs reinterpreted with elegance. Through the use of deconstructed geometric shapes, it becomes a unique visual inspiration. The mosaic pattern of arcs and reliefs is executed using a variety of finishes: fluted lines, azuré, clous de Paris and fine sandblasted finishes. These hand-guilloché textures interweave like seen through prisms, offset yet perfectly coherent. Inspired by geometry - the science of proportions, shapes, and surfaces - Schwarz Etienne showcases the concept of organic "deconstruction" with geometric patterns created in collaboration with designer Éric Giroud.
A dominance of black for an enchanting effect
Schwarz Etienne enhances the depth and refined texture of the black dial through a subtle play of shadows and light, orchestrated by its reliefs. This effect is further emphasized by a polished 39mm stainless steel case, strengthening the monochromatic aesthetic of the watch. The hour and minute hands, with their elegant and minimalist lancine-style, stand out against the hand-guilloché black dial, offering optimal readability of the time. The small second is positioned at 6 o'clock on a delicately sandblasted anthracite subdial, subtly distinguishing itself from the rest of the dial. This sober and distinguished aesthetic extends to the patinated black leather strap, complemented by a tone-on-tone lining and a stainless steel folding buckle.
Revealing the in-house movement
The intensity of the dial naturally extends into the movement, visible through the transparent case back. The GEOMETRY BLACK houses an exceptional in-house movement, the ASE 200.02 automatic caliber with a micro-rotor, a perfect expression of Schwarz Etienne's century-old expertise and technical mastery.
A key element of the movement, its micro-rotor stands out through a subtle interplay of finishes and nuances. A blend of deep sandblasted black and satin-finished gray, enhanced by polished angles and the SE logo applied in relief, it contrasts with the black mainplate and bridges. Nestled in a finely sandblasted black PVD setting, echoing the essence of the GEOMETRY BLACK, it integrates harmoniously into the entire movement.
The movement reveals sophisticated finishes, combining sandblasted bridges, a black PVD coating and polished rhodium-plated angles that accentuate every contour. The rhodium-plated brand engraving highlights its decidedly contemporary character. Finally, with its double barrel, the GEOMETRY BLACK offers an 86-hour power reserve, ensuring optimal performance.
The Geometry collection: a demonstration of independence in Swiss haute horlogerie
Schwarz Etienne concludes its Geometry family with the GEOMETRY BLACK, a piece that perfectly embodies the brand's unique character and attention to detail. A modern reinterpretation of black, this timepiece represents an exceptional horological work of art, a true reflection of the brand's commitment to mastering the art of watchmaking.
