62 WATCHES & TIMEPIECES
Under a cabochon-inspired dome , Bulgari recreated a miniaturized living aquarium in the Divas ’ Dream Acquarium watch . over a dial paved with degradé Paraiba tourmalines , sapphires and diamonds , two fishes , - each of them enriched with two pear-shaped stones : the former with rubies and rubellites , the latter with Paraiba tourmalines and sapphires , - swim thanks
to a sophisticated jewelry technique . at the same time , set on tremblers , corals , shells and stones float like in the sea world . adding extra preciousness , the white gold flexible bracelet is paved with Paraiba tourmalines , sapphires and diamonds , while the case back is hand engraved with a dedicated marine drawing .
Undisputed creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship brought to life the Octo Roma Mediterranea secret men ’ s watch , characterized by a precious octopus crafted with diamonds , sapphires , emeralds and Paraiba tourmalines that gives the impression of stepping back , while its tentacles seem emerging from the medallion . Showing a 44 mm rose gold case set with diamonds and a blue alligator strap , the watch reveals an ultra-thin manual movement , BVL 268 SK caliber with flying tourbillon .
ROMAN SPLENDOR
Divas ’ Dream Acquarium
Divas ’ Dream Acquarium Divas ’ Dream Acquarium
Celebrating and elevating its signature use of Greek and roman coins within its collections , - a practice introduced by nicola Bulgari in the Sixties , - Bulgari decided to employ the antique art of cameo carving to enrich the “ roman Splendor ” range . dating back as far as the 5th century Bc in Greece , the exquisite cameo art became extremely popular in ancient rome , especially in the family circle of augustus . to honor this tradition , while exalting its roman roots , Bulgari wanted to pay tribute to the greatest sovereigns of all times : cleopatra , Queen of egypt , and the First emperor of rome augusto ottaviano .
THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 59 2023