iW Magazine Winter 2019 | Page 40

BOUTIQUE DE BETHUNE Maestri’Art The Maestri’Art II dial evokes the art of Asian etchings with a hand-engraved dial in electric blue titanium accented with gold. In developing these artistic creations, De Bethune highlights the work of the greatest artisans in their respective crafts as interpreted in three- dimensional relief by the engraving artist Michèle Rothen. Deep blues and violets hues create a striking pageantry from the dial side, while the highly technical and easily recognized De Bethune caliber DB 2005 is visible through the sapphire back. Retail price $125,000. IW RATING Design: 9 (out of 10) Stunning execution of hand engraved dial in an enchanting blued titanium. Innovation: 9 Patented blued titanium balance with white gold inserts, patented hair spring with flat terminal curve, silicon escape wheel, dual barrel with six-day power reserve and a triple anti-shock system. Finissage: 9 Near perfection in finish from case to dial as well as movement components. Legibility: 9 Excellent contrast. Rarity: 10 Piece unique. Value: 8 Rarity and beauty should see this watch retain substantial value in secondary market. Overall iW rating: 54 (out of 60) 40 | INTERNATIONAL WATCH | WINTER 2019