The Hour Glass, one of the world's leading specialist watch retailers, is partnering with the celebrated Swiss clockmaker L’Epée 1839 for ART SG 2025, Asia’s foremost contemporary art fair. This partnership showcases a visionary marriage between horological innovation and artistic craftsmanship, embodying both tradition and modernity.

At the heart of this collaboration is L’Epée 1839’s exceptional horological artistry, which has been revered for nearly two centuries. Known for pushing boundaries in clockmaking design, the Maison presents a series of captivating time sculptures that perfectly pair the worlds of precision engineering and artistic imagination. These creations redefine the concept of time, transforming functional objects into masterpieces of form and design.

ART SG 2025 will take place from Friday to Sunday, January 17 – 19, at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre. A private preview screening on January 16 will be by invitation only, followed by a Vernissage session later that day.

Visitors to ART SG 2025 are invited to immerse themselves in the thoughtfully curated installation from The Hour Glass, which features L’Epée 1839’s most iconic creations. Among the highlights include popular works of art like the Dragon, a majestic creation that resembles the mythical beast in its natural form; Time Flies, a miniaturised airplane modelled from its counterpart in the 1930s; and the T35, which was introduced during L’Epée 1839’s 185^th anniversary.

A curated selection of co-creations with MB&F will also be on display at ART SG 2025. Some of the kinetic works of art include the Albatross, a working miniaturised airship; the Arachnophobia, which was inspired from a giant spider sculpture known as Maman, and the Starfleet Explorer, an intergalactic spaceship that doubles as a table clock.

The exhibition titled 'Sculpted Time: The Art of Kinetic Horology' celebrates the mechanical ingenuity of L’Epée 1839, where each piece exemplifies the art of timekeeping through its intricate movements and exquisite aesthetics. This exhibition not only demonstrates technical mastery but also evokes a deeper appreciation for the beauty and narrative of time itself.

The collaboration underscores the longstanding commitment of The Hour Glass to advancing the culture of horology. For decades, the company has fostered meaningful partnerships that elevate the appreciation of timekeeping as an artistic and intellectual pursuit. By showcasing the visionary creations of L’Epée 1839, The Hour Glass continues to highlight the relevance of fine craftsmanship in today’s ever-evolving cultural landscape.

ART SG 2025 serves as the perfect backdrop for this showcase, drawing collectors, enthusiasts, and art lovers from around the world. The event offers a platform for dialogue and discovery, aligning with The Hour Glass’ mission to connect audiences with exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design.

The collaboration between The Hour Glass and L’Epée 1839 at ART SG 2025 is more than an exhibition—it is an invitation to reflect on the nature of time and its interplay with art and engineering. Visitors are encouraged to engage with these remarkable creations, exploring how the passage of time can be expressed through the harmony of precision and imagination.

As The Hour Glass continues to champion the convergence of horology and the arts, this partnership with L’Epée 1839 reaffirms its dedication to inspiring and educating audiences while celebrating the enduring beauty of time.