MÉDAILLON ANTARCTICA - ENGRAVING
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The Solune Médaillon Antarctica Engraving Edition celebrates Swiss métiers d’art with a brass médaillon at 6 o’clock, nestled within the Infinity dial.
Hand-micro-painted by André Martinez and hand-engraved by Boris Némitz, the scene evokes Antarctica’s vast ice fields and luminous horizons. A rare fusion of traditional engraving and contemporary Swiss watchmaking, crafted for discerning collectors.
Also available in Octolune case.
Specifications
- Dial / technique
- Hand-engraved and micro-painted medallion with Infinity dial
- Case diameter
- 43 mm
- Case material
- 904L stainless steel
- Case finish
- Diamond-polished, matte and micro-blasted surfaces with anti-fingerprint coating
- Lug-to-lug
- 49.3 mm
- Glass
- Double-domed sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating
- Caseback
- Sapphire
- Strap width
- 21 mm at the lugs, tapering to 18 mm at the buckle
- Movement
- ETA 2892-A2 automatic, TOP grade
- Power reserve
- 42 hours
Handcrafted artistic dial
The artistic value of this watch lies in its individually handcrafted dial. Created by Boris Nemitz using traditional métiers d’art techniques, every dial carries subtle variations resulting from the human hand and the materials used.
Reliable Swiss mechanical base
The watch is powered by the Swiss ETA 2892-A2 automatic calibre in TOP grade. This established movement was selected for its reliability, slim construction and long-term serviceability, allowing the handcrafted dial to remain at the centre of the creation.
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WHERE METAL BECOMES LANDSCAPE
Within the Maison’s Antarctica First Collection, Solune Antarctica Engraving interprets frozen landscapes through hand-engraved metal, sculpted relief and shifting light.
Created with Boris Nemitz, the dial transforms Antarctica into an abstract composition of lines, textures and contrasting depths. Each mark is engraved by hand, allowing the surface to capture light differently across every relief.
Through subtle volumes and delicate contrasts, the landscape appears to move beneath the glass. Shadows deepen, highlights emerge and the frozen scene reveals a new character with every change of angle.
Solune remains the flagship case expression of the Maison. The same artistic creation may also be presented in the Octolune case variant, offering a more architectural framing of the engraved artwork.
THE SCULPTED TEXTURE OF ICE
FROZEN DEPTH, LIVING RELIEF
Hand engraving is one of the most demanding decorative arts in artistic watchmaking. It requires patience, control and a precise understanding of how metal responds to every movement of the tool.
Each line is cut individually into the dial, creating a surface composed of reliefs, hollows and subtle transitions. The depth and direction of each engraving determine how light moves across the composition.
The result is a landscape that never appears static. Depending on the angle, the dial reveals ridges, shadows, reflections and textures reminiscent of fractured ice, wind-shaped snow and distant frozen horizons.
This is where the Antarctic inspiration becomes tangible: not as a literal image, but as a landscape sculpted directly into metal.
THE ENGRAVER’S HAND
Boris Nemitz has devoted his life to engraving, a passion first discovered in 1980 and pursued professionally since 2000. Fascinated by drawing, sculpture and metal, he transforms raw material into volumes shaped by emotion and depth.
His work combines extreme precision with artistic sensitivity. Engraving is not simply a process of removing material. Each line, hollow and polished surface contributes to the movement and atmosphere of the composition.
“Every engraved line must carry light, volume and emotion.”
For Solune Antarctica Engraving, Boris gives life to a frozen landscape through finely sculpted reliefs and delicate contrasts, revealing the strength, silence and movement of Antarctica beneath his hands.
SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL DETAILS
AT A GLANCE
Every Schaefer & Companions creation is built around refined materials, architectural case finishing and handcrafted artistic dial techniques. Each detail is designed to combine mechanical precision with a strong visual identity.
SOLUNE PURE CASE ARCHITECTURE
REFINED IN STEEL, DESIGNED FOR ART
Crafted from 316L stainless steel, the new 39 mm Solune Pure represents a refined evolution of the Maison's original Solune design. Its softer lines, balanced proportions and elegant curves introduce a more understated expression, allowing the artistic dial to take centre stage.
Rather than competing with the artwork, the case is designed to complement it. Its carefully considered geometry creates a harmonious frame around the dial, preserving the distinctive identity of Solune while embracing a lighter, more fluid aesthetic.
A combination of polished, brushed and sandblasted surfaces brings subtle depth and contrast to the steel. Each finish interacts differently with the light, revealing the case's details without overpowering the composition. The Maison's signature crown remains unchanged, preserving a recognizable element of the original Solune.
REFINED CASE PROFILE
ELEGANT LINES AND FLUID CURVES
From the side, Solune Pure reveals a new interpretation of the Maison's case design. Smooth transitions, refined proportions and carefully defined edges create a profile that feels both contemporary and timeless, balancing softness with precision.
The lugs follow the natural flow of the case, combining graceful curves with sharp, elegant lines. Their refined silhouette creates a continuous visual connection between the case and strap, giving the watch a balanced and harmonious presence on the wrist.
The interplay of finishes adds character to this restrained architecture. Polished edges reflect the light, while brushed and sandblasted surfaces introduce softer contrasts. Together, these details preserve the Maison's attention to design while allowing the case to remain discreet, leaving the dial as the true centre of expression.
SOLUNE PURE HANDS
THE ESSENCE OF TIMELESS SIMPLICITY
Designed specifically for Solune Pure, the new hands reflect the collection's philosophy of refinement and simplicity. Their slender proportions and gently curved lines introduce a delicate aesthetic, allowing time to be read without distracting from the artwork beneath.
Every element has been reduced to its essential form. Free from unnecessary ornamentation, the hands follow a fluid, elegant silhouette that complements the softer curves of the new case. Their understated presence creates a natural balance between function and artistic expression.
Together, the hands, case and dial form a harmonious composition in which each detail serves the artwork. Solune Pure embodies a quieter interpretation of the Maison's identity, where Swiss watchmaking and handcrafted artistry come together through simplicity, elegance and restraint.
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