Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti
There are collaborations, and then there are watchmaking moments that shake the industry. When Bvlgari and MB&F—two houses with bold, distinctive identities—collaborate, the result is extraordinary. The Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti is a mechanical marvel. It blends haute horology with high jewellery, creating a timepiece that transcends function. This watch doesn’t just tell time—it makes a powerful statement.
The Serpenti has symbolized power, transformation, and eternal rebirth for Bulgari since 1948. It has graced the wrists of icons like Elizabeth Taylor. This latest iteration is radically different—a horological sculpture infused with MB&F’s kinetic artistry.
Its mechanical eyes and hypnotic domed hour-and-minute display create a mesmerizing effect. The in-house movement defies convention, blending technical innovation with timeless elegance. This is not just a watch, but a masterpiece of engineering and design.
Horological Serpent
The Bulgari x MB&F Serpenti is unlike any Serpenti before it. Instead of a traditional dial, time is displayed through two mesmerizing domes, each crafted from ultra-light aluminium and rotating every 12 hours and 60 minutes. This fluid motion gives the watch an almost alive quality, as though the Serpenti itself is watching its wearer.
MB&F’s technical brilliance is evident in every detail. The watch’s 14mm flying balance wheel, positioned at the heart of the piece, beats at 18,000 vibrations per hour, giving the movement a mesmerizing, almost hypnotic motion. Meanwhile, the five sapphire crystals, including the serpent’s piercing eyes, provide an unobstructed view of the intricate mechanics beneath.
Inside, the MB&F in-house movement boasts 310 components, each meticulously finished by hand—a nod to the Maison’s dedication to artisanal watchmaking. The power reserve indicator sits discreetly on the case back, ensuring that every detail of this masterpiece serves both function and form.
An Engineering Feat
Reimagining the Serpenti wasn’t just about redesigning its aesthetics—it meant rethinking how a timepiece could be constructed. Unlike a traditional round case, the Serpenti’s fluid, organic form required Bulgari and MB&F to push the limits of both mechanical and movement design.
- The case is an intricate web of curves and angles, demanding five-axis milling precision to achieve its seamless form.
- The domed sapphire crystals—including the serpent’s luminous eyes—were notoriously difficult to cut and polish while maintaining optimal anti-reflective properties.
- The balance wheel, housed within an open-case design, needed to be both technically precise and visually captivating.
The result? A horological masterpiece that isn’t just a watch, but a kinetic sculpture, embodying Bulgari’s Italian glamour and MB&F’s avant-garde mechanical mastery.
A Collector’s Dream—Limited to Just 99 Pieces
The Bulgari x MB&F Serpenti is as exclusive as it is extraordinary, with just 99 pieces produced worldwide.
Available in three striking limited editions, each version is capped at just 33 pieces.
Description
- Grade 5 Titanium with deep blue hour and minute domes
- 18K Rose Gold with striking green domes
- Black PVD-Coated Stainless Steel with fiery red domes
Each edition is a testament to Bulgari’s jewelry craftsmanship and MB&F’s commitment to watchmaking innovation. These aren’t just timepieces—they’re collectors’ treasures, designed for those who appreciate the art of watchmaking in its purest form.
A Bold New Chapter for Serpenti
The Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti isn’t just another limited-edition watch—it’s a bold declaration that horology is as much about art as it is about precision. This collaboration proves that when Italian creativity meets Swiss technical mastery, the possibilities are endless.
For those lucky enough to secure one of the 99 pieces, this isn’t just a watch—it’s an heirloom in the making, a piece of watchmaking history, and a reminder that true luxury lies in the unexpected.
📍 Available in Bulgari boutiques worldwide
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