Swiss brand Fortis Watches is popular for having manufactured the world’s first automatic watches and also for collaborating with various artists. The German artist/designer Rolf Sachs helped the Swiss brand to develop their latest creation:the Frisson Watch.
Rolf Sachs explains:
I wanted the ‘Frisson’ watch to have an intriguing quality, something different. I used hand written numerals instead of the typically bold graphics, which often have a sterile touch. Frosting the glass face gives a surprising element, resembling the condensation of an iced vodka glass, just out of the freezer. The wearer is encouraged to physically touch and interact with the glass as wiping their wet finger over or breathing upon the frosted glass will bring total clarity!
Already the name ‘Frisson’ (French: chill, shiver) implies cool distance, enhanced by the chosen materials: brushed steel case, transparent silicon strap with folding clasp and luminous coated hands. A very unusual watch requiring a hands-on experience. The mineral crystal has a special finish which allows only a dimly vision of the dial and hands, like covered with a veil.
Only 999 pieces are made and it costs around $1,800.
via Hommestyler
