The 43 mm Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “COMPANION” incorporates KAWS’ aesthetic on both sides of the watch. In a nod to KAWS’ dissected series, the chest of the COMPANION reveals its beating heart, the watch’s tourbillon. The miniatiure 3D character is entirely made of titanium and is mounted on the titanium dial plate decorated with a sunburst motif. Its alternating satin-brushed and sandblasted finishes add texture and depth, while accentuating its rounded silhouette.
AP X KAWSWELCOMES A ‘COMPANION’
The new 43 mm limited edition Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon designed in collaboration with KAWS explores new creative territories.
Fully crafted in titanium, the timepiece is imbued with the aesthetic DNA of the New York-based artist, who has placed a miniature COMPANION at the very heart of the watch, and features an innovative peripheral time display.
As part of this collaboration, we have pushed our limits in terms of watchmaking technology to create a spectacular setting with the character at the centre, surrounded by a brand-new hour and minute display system housed in the periphery of the movement.
Lucas Raggi,
Research and Development Director, Audemars Piguet
