Jacob & Co. has partnered with Bugatti and renowned French crystal artisan Lalique to create the Bugatti Calandre—a limited-edition table clock that fuses fine watchmaking with automotive-inspired design. Priced at $240,000, this extraordinary timepiece marks the latest milestone in a collaboration that has been redefining horological artistry since it began in 2019.
Bugatti Calandre Clock: At a Glance
- Collaboration: Jacob & Co., Bugatti, and Lalique
- Price: $240,000
- Key Materials: Lalique Crystal, 30mm Jacob-Cut Gemstone
- Movement: Vertical Flying Tourbillon (JCAM58 Caliber)
- Inspiration: Bugatti Type 41 Royale
- Limited Edition: 99 pieces
Over the last six years, Jacob & Co. and Bugatti have built a strong partnership, rolling out a bunch of special edition pieces that bring together high-end watchmaking and cutting-edge car design. One of the highlights was a $340,000 limited-edition watch made to mark the launch of Bugatti’s game-changing Tourbillon hypercar.
Blending Bugatti’s Legacy with Its Future Vision
Inspired by the legendary Bugatti Type 41 Royale—an artistic homage to Rembrandt Bugatti, the famed sculptor and brother of Ettore Bugatti—the Calandre proudly features the iconic horseshoe grille, a hallmark of Bugatti’s design legacy. Its name, Calandre, meaning “radiator grille” in French, pays tribute to Bugatti’s French heritage. Positioned above this signature detail is the Bugatti Macaron logo, instantly recognizable by its rich red hue cherished by automotive enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Crowned with a 30mm Jacob-cut gemstone and elegantly framed by twin crystal elephants, the design beautifully merges artistry and heritage.
To complete the design, Jacob & Co. incorporated a clock caliber with a vertical flying tourbillon behind the iconic horseshoe grille. This not only references Bugatti’s recently unveiled Tourbillon hypercar but also honors the tourbillon’s original function of enhancing accuracy in vertically positioned watches.
A Unique Movement and Signature Jacob-Cut Gemstone
Jacob & Co. created a dedicated movement for the Bugatti Calandre featuring a vertical flying tourbillon, designed to improve accuracy by counteracting gravity. The manually wound JCAM58 caliber offers an eight-day power reserve, with time-setting and winding done via a special key on the caseback. Topping the clock is a 30mm red gemstone, inspired by the Bugatti Macaron, cut in Jacob & Co.’s signature 288-facet Jacob Cut for a unique sparkle.
Lalique’s Mastery in Crystal Craftsmanship
The Bugatti Calandre’s crystal case is handcrafted at Lalique’s historic workshop in Wingen-sur-Moder, France. Founded in 1922, the studio has refined techniques over decades to achieve unmatched clarity and brilliance. Molten crystal is poured into steel molds, then cooled and shaped. Expert artisans spend months polishing and frosting each piece to enhance clarity and bring the sculpted elephants to life through light and shadow.
Limited to 99 pieces and encased in a bespoke tan leather trunk inspired by Bugatti’s luxury interiors, the Calandre table clock embodies the perfect fusion of luxury, design, and innovation from both brands.
Images Courtesy of Bugatti
