A first glance at the Tiffany Bird on a Flying Tourbillon Azure Blossom instantly reveals a striking detail, they have parted the iconic pair of Asian cockatoos. This latest limited-edition creation features just one elegant aerial creature, borrowed from Jean Schlumberger’s legendary jeweled Bird on a Rock brooch. But what it loses in company, it makes up for in splendor, blooming with a profusion of appliqué lacquered flowers and dazzling ornamental flourishes.
Limited to just 10 pieces, this 39mm 18K white gold timepiece commands attention with every facet, most notably, its diamond-studded lugs and a dial that draws the eye like a miniature art canvas. The chirping queen of this horological garden is a hand-sculpted 18K gold bird, brought to life with 70 brilliant diamonds. She perches gracefully against a backdrop of enamel, intricate lacquer work, meticulous gem-setting, and masterful sculpting, a feat that demanded more than 120 hours of artisanal labor.
Though it may not shimmer as boldly due to its vibrant, color-rich composition, the Tiffany Bird on a Flying Tourbillon Azure Blossom dazzles in its own right. Snow-set with 771 diamonds totaling 3.8 carats, the watch also features a single 0.42-carat diamond crowning its Tiffany Setting–inspired winding crown. At its heart ticks the Calibre AFT24T01, a 205-component movement offering a 50-hour power reserve.
The deep blue, hand-stitched alligator strap pairs harmoniously with the floral fantasy of the dial, secured by an 18K white gold buckle set with 49 diamonds. Encased within a diamond-faceted sapphire dome, the flying tourbillon makes a full rotation every 60 seconds. While the beloved Tiffany blue sky has given way to a mesmerizing mosaic of blossoms and the avian muses are fewer, the maison’s horological mastery remains unwavering, and ever evolving.
