Luxury watchmaker Vacheron Constantin reveals an exceptional astronomical timepiece at the Louvre
The Louvre, one of the world's most famous museums, is set to host an extraordinary exhibition that delves into the history of time measurement. The Mecaniques d'Art exhibition, running from 17 September to 12 November 2025, promises to be a celebration of craft and art, ideally embodying the collections of the museum and the talents of human teams from Vacheron Constantin.
At the heart of this exhibition lies the contemporary work, La Quête du Temps, created by Vacheron Constantin to mark their 270th anniversary. This astronomical clock is the result of seven years of work and encompasses over 6,000 mechanical components. The clock integrates the automaton into the timepiece itself for functional sharpness, making it a remarkable feat of watchmaking innovation.
La Quête du Temps will be the centerpiece of the exhibition, joined by a selection of important artworks from Le Louvre's collection of horlogerie. These include the Creation du Monde clock, a treasure of the French national collections, which is being restored and conserved in partnership with Vacheron Constantin. Other historical artifacts on display include an Egyptian water clock, a spherical watch from the 16th century, and an astronomical clock presented to King Louis XV in 1754.
The Mecaniques d'Art exhibition aims to draw and unveil an unusual history of time and beauty by gathering artworks around a unique dialogue between The Creation du Monde and La Quête du Temps. The partnership between Le Louvre and Vacheron Constantin has developed several aspects since 2016, with this exhibition being a testament to their shared passion for craftsmanship and art.
The exhibition also features a contemporary expression of the idea of automaton, significant since the Renaissance and the 18th century. This idea is beautifully encapsulated in La Quête du Temps, which serves as a reminder of the enduring fascination with the mechanical and the intricate.
In addition to La Quête du Temps, the exhibition will showcase the work "La Quête du Temps" by the French composer Gabriel Fauré, adding a musical dimension to the exploration of time.
The collection of clocks and mechanical art, or horlogerie, at Le Louvre is lesser-known compared to its other collections. The Mecaniques d'Art exhibition is an opportunity to shed light on this fascinating aspect of the museum's holdings, highlighting both the technical innovation and aesthetic beauty that have been hallmarks of horlogerie throughout history.
Visitors to the Mecaniques d'Art exhibition at Le Louvre can expect a journey through time, exploring the intricacies of time measurement and the beauty of horlogerie, all while marvelling at the craftsmanship and artistry of La Quête du Temps.
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