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Aquamarine: Light blue
February’s light blue recalls clear, soothing waters, a symbol of serenity and clarity of mind.
Aquamarine: Light blue
February’s light blue recalls clear, soothing waters, a symbol of serenity and clarity of mind.
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CRAFT
CRAFT
Art Glassmaking
Glass is shaped with heat, breath and constant attention to how it responds. Clear, coloured or textured, it captures the light and changes how we see forms. In our projects, we value the meeting between a glass artist’s sensitivity and the demands of a horological composition.
At April H., we believe in the beauty of patient craftsmanship, in materials that carry a story, and in the encounters that bring a work of art into being. Each creation is, above all, a human adventure shaped by the meeting of perspectives, sensibilities and skills.
EXCEPTIONAL artisans
Vincent
Vincent is a glass artist and craftsperson. Trained at the École supérieure des arts décoratifs in Strasbourg, he explores glass as a medium of light and perception. His work invites us to look at forms and transparency differently. At April H., this sensibility becomes part of a dialogue between glass artistry and watchmaking. His contribution reminds us that every creation is enriched by different perspectives.
April H. Values
At April H., four values guide us: authenticity, creativity, humanity and sharing. They come to life through encounters with artisans, dialogue between crafts and the attention given to every gesture.
Authenticity
We care about origins, the integrity of materials and the sincerity of each gesture. Every creation bears traces of its own story, of the artisans who contributed to it, and of the time devoted to making it.
Creativity
We value encounters between worlds that may initially seem far apart. Watchmaking enters into dialogue with sculpture, colour, glass, marquetry and jewellery. These exchanges give rise to forms we could never have imagined alone.
Humanity
Behind every work are hands, perspectives, personal journeys, and sometimes years of learning. We want to give these human stories the place they deserve, because they matter to us as much as the object they help bring into being.
Sharing
Creation is a dialogue—with craftspeople, artists, collectors and everyone who takes the time to explore our approach. We love seeing our works become occasions for encounters, exchanges and the passing on of knowledge.
WORKS of art
Handcrafted in France
In February, we celebrate glass and the craftspeople who know how to master it. Heated, blown and shaped, it reveals transparencies that change with the light. At April H., bringing this material together with watchmaking always begins with a conversation with the artisan.
WORKS of art
Handcrafted in France
In February, we celebrate glass and the craftspeople who know how to master it. Heated, blown and shaped, it reveals transparencies that change with the light. At April H., bringing this material together with watchmaking always begins with a conversation with the artisan.
“Aquamarine has a celestial clarity, evoking light filtering through still waters.”
April h.
