At the heart of the Chanel J12 Couture Workshop Automaton Caliber 6 is an elaborately sculpted dial that recreates the atmosphere of a couture atelier in remarkable detail. Madame Chanel appears at the center of the composition, dressed in her signature black suit and holding tailor’s scissors, welcoming the viewer into her creative world. Surrounding her are the visual codes of haute couture: a mannequin draped with an unfinished gown, fabric remnants scattered on the floor, spools of thread, sketches, tweed textures, and camellia motifs that have become inseparable from the Chanel identity.
The automaton animation is activated via a discreet pusher positioned at 8 o’clock. Once engaged, the scene comes to life for approximately 20 seconds, during which Madame Chanel gestures as if introducing her workshop to visiting guests. This poetic animation is powered by the in-house Caliber 6 manual-winding movement, Chanel’s first movement specifically developed to integrate an automaton complication. Comprising 335 components, Caliber 6 delivers a substantial 72-hour power reserve while maintaining refined mechanical choreography.
The Chanel J12 Couture Workshop Automaton Caliber 6 is housed in a 38mm black ceramic case, a signature material of the J12 collection known for its scratch resistance and deep, lustrous finish. The stainless steel bezel is set with 48 trapeze-cut diamonds, adding brilliance while framing the animated dial. The black ceramic bracelet ensures visual continuity and reinforces the modern, graphic character of the watch.
Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, the Chanel J12 Couture Workshop Automaton Caliber 6 stands as both a mechanical artwork and a tribute to the maison’s couture heritage. It exemplifies Chanel’s unique approach to high watchmaking, where storytelling, design, and technical mastery converge. Additional official information about Chanel haute horlogerie can be found on the brand’s website at Chanel.
Specifications:
Case: Black ceramic, 38mm diameter, 13.65mm thickness,
Bezel: Stainless steel set with trapeze-cut diamonds,
Crown: Black DLC-coated stainless steel,
Crystal: Sapphire,
Dial: Automaton scene depicting Chanel couture workshop,
Movement: Caliber 6 manual-winding, 28,800 vph, 72-hour power reserve,
Bracelet: Black ceramic with stainless steel clasp,
Complications: Mechanical automaton.
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