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concluding chapter of the trilogy: the Metamorph Merlin. Paying tribute to Merlin’ s extraordinary ability to shapeshift, this new creation draws on the symbolism of the mythical white stag, representing transformation and the passage between the visible and invisible worlds. It explores a new facet of Merlin’ s legend while once again transforming ancient mythology into a contemporary work of Haute Horlogerie.
AN ARCHITECTURAL LANDSCAPE
Inspired by the mythical forest where Merlin is said to have assumed multiple forms, and where the Lady of the Lake is believed to dwell, the dial transforms Arthurian symbolism into an intricate architectural landscape. Building on the distinctive hexagonal language introduced in the first chapter, itself inspired by the basalt columns of the Giant’ s Causeway, this latest composition recreates a dense forest through layered geometry and deep green tones.
Composed of 57 individually crafted blocks, the dial combines green CVD-coated elements, polished pink gold, transparent glass and shimmering Crystalium to create depth, texture and shifting reflections. Each block is positioned at a different height, forming a striking three-dimensional composition. Rather than literally depicting a forest, Roger Dubuis recreates its atmosphere through architecture, materials and light. Every element contributes to a composition that reveals new perspectives at every glance, inviting the wearer to continuously discover new details.
SCULPTING THE LEGEND
For the first time in the collection, the legend extends beyond the dial as the pink gold case itself becomes a canvas. Entirely hand engraved, it depicts Merlin in both human and animal form: as the mythical white stag, symbol of metamorphosis, and as the wise figure holding a book, a
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