Marc Newson and the Atmos
The Atmos is one of the most poetic creations in watchmaking: a clock that lives on air. Yet even icons can be reimagined. In 2008, renowned designer Marc Newson gave the Atmos a radical new face: the Atmos 561. Housed in
Every Atmos is a labour of love
From the calibre to the case, each clock is crafted under one roof in Jaeger-LeCoultre's workshop in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland. Highly trained artisans assemble every movement by hand and test it for five weeks before it leaves the
Did you know the Atmos is often called the “President’s Clock”?
In the mid-20th century it became the official diplomatic gift of the Swiss Confederation. Photos of state visits often show an Atmos discreetly placed in the background. Many world leaders have received one: King Hussein of Jordan, Queen Elizabeth II, Winston
The story of the Atmos
It all began in 1928, when Swiss engineer Jean-Léon Reutter unveiled his prototype, today known as the Atmos 0 or Reutter clock. This early version ran on a mercury-in-glass expansion system, powered purely by tiny changes in temperature. In 1929, commercial
Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Infinite
Modern minimalism meets timeless engineering. The Atmos Infinite, with its deep black lacquer dial and floating Calibre 570, captures the spirit of Jaeger-LeCoultre's earliest cylindrical Atmos clocks while looking boldly into the future. Housed in a transparent glass cabinet, the movement
The Atmos clock – a mechanical marvel that literally lives on air
History lesson no. 1: Invented by Swiss engineer Jean-Léon Reutter in 1928 and perfected by Jaeger-LeCoultre in the early 1930s, the Atmos winds itself using nothing but tiny changes in ambient temperature. Inside a hermetically sealed capsule, a special gas mixture
The Atmos Transparente
The Atmos Transparente has been produced since 2009 and is still in production today. It presents a floatingly suspended Atmos clock that remains true to its technical principles while being reimagined in a timeless, modern design. For the first time, it
Complex or simple? The Atmos Calibre 560
The Calibre 560 of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos clock masterfully combines intricate mechanics with minimalist elegance. What do you think: complex or simple? View post on Instagram
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre certificates from the 60s and 70s
These vintage certificates from Jaeger-LeCoultre, dating back to the 60s and 70s, are a testament to an era of unparalleled craftsmanship. The high-quality prints, with their intricate details, still look stunning today. From the implied watermarks and finely curved lines to
Atmos Atlantis: marking the 60th anniversary of the first Atmos
Created to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first Atmos clock, the Atmos Atlantis is a testament to the enduring beauty and precision of horological craftsmanship. Designed by Studio KOHLER et REKOW in Paris, this clock series highlights the wide
