The pulse of high watchmaking finds a luminous note in the new Bvlgari Lvcea Notte di Luce, a piece shaped by the hand of Japanese artist Yasuhiro Asai and the creative vision of Bulgari’s own Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani. Presented as a limited edition, 80 pieces for each variation, this watch deftly unites the Italian sense of elegance, the rigour of Swiss precision, and the subtlety of Japanese crafts.
A Poetic Canvas
On first glance, the most compelling aspect is the dial. Crafted entirely by hand in Asai’s Kyoto atelier, it brings together Urushi black lacquer and the ancestral Raden technique. Tiny fragments of mother-of-pearl, each selected for their distinct iridescence and shape, are meticulously inlaid into the lacquer, resulting in an oneiric play of colour and light. Sixty days are dedicated to the creation of each dial; between every layer, the artist’s patient polishing with charcoal breathes depth and brilliance into the material. The dial becomes a living canvas. Its shimmering surface echoing the poetry of light, each fragment reflecting a spectrum of hues as it emerges from the lacquer’s depths. The result is unequivocally unique, with no two dials ever precisely alike.
Mechanical Soul
The heart of the Lvcea Notte di Luce is a Swiss automatic movement offering hours, minutes, and seconds with a power reserve of forty-eight hours. The movement’s reliability and performance are in line with what one expects from Bvlgari’s horological standards. It bestows a quiet assurance to the wearer, mirroring the meditative nature infused in the dial’s creation. Underneath the artistry lies the DNA of proper watchmaking: smooth winding, precise timekeeping, and a seamless interaction with its mechanical core.
Case: Refined Structure
The watch is housed in a 33mm case offered in stainless steel and rose gold. The bezel draws attention with round brilliant-cut diamonds, a total of 1.075 carats, encircling the dial and enhancing its radiant femininity. The crown, a synthetic pink sapphire cabochon set with a petite diamond, introduces a subtle yet striking touch of colour, further elevating its allure. Water resistance is assured to 50 metres, and the bracelet, a blend of polished and satin-brushed steel and rose gold, brings tactile balance. It is not simply comfort but a sense of continuity between case and wrist. Finishing the construction is a folding buckle, demonstrating Bvlgari’s dedication to both security and aesthetics.
Light Captured in Eternity
The Lvcea Notte di Luce succeeds in its ambition. It way of expressing of artistry and emotion, transmit passion and love to the owner’s eyes. Bvlgari’s tradition of luminous femininity finds a new dimension in this limited edition, every dial a unique reflection of light and time captured by ancestral Japanese savoir-faire and contemporary vision. From the interplay of mother-of-pearl and black lacquer to the subtle sparkle of diamonds on the bezel, the watch is imbued with a soul all its own. Wearing it is an invitation to appreciate both the meditative slowness of fine craftsmanship and the relentless drive of innovation. It is a fitting ode to the eternal allure of light, refracted through the heritage of three cultures.
Bvlgari Lvcea Notte di Luce Technical Specifications
- Ref. 104290
- Ref. 104243
- Limited Edition: 80 pieces each
Movement:
- Automatic movement with hours, minutes, seconds. Power Reserve: 48-hour.
Case, Bracelet and Dial:
- 3 mm stainless-steel case and rose gold case. Round brilliant-cut diamonds (1,075 cts) on the bezel.
- A synthetic pink sapphire cabochon crown set with a diamond (0,02 ct).
- Water Resistance: 50 meters.
- An Urushi black lacquer dial with mother-of-pearl pieces.
- A polished and satin-brushed steel and rose gold bracelet with folding buckle.
