This autumn, Jaeger-LeCoultre invites visitors on a journey through space and time. Until 11 November 2025, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Boutique on Bahnhofstrasse 32 in Zurich is hosting The Stellar Odyssey. An immersive exhibition celebrating the astronomical phenomena that have inspired humankind’s understanding of time since the dawn of civilization.
It’s a rare opportunity to experience the universe through the lens of fine watchmaking and to witness how celestial movements continue to shape the artistry and innovation of the Watchmaker of Watchmakers.
A Tribute to the Origins of Time
Since its founding in 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre has drawn inspiration from the heavens. The sun, the moon, and the stars have long guided human existence, and their rhythmic dance across the sky gave birth to our earliest concepts of time.
The Stellar Odyssey pays homage to these cosmic origins, revealing how Jaeger-LeCoultre’s artisans have translated astronomical harmony into mechanical mastery. Through exquisite complications that measure solar, lunar, and sidereal time, visitors are invited to rediscover the poetry that links the vastness of the cosmos to the precision of the wristwatch.
Two Chapters of Celestial Discovery
The exhibition unfolds through two thematic chapters, each exploring a different facet of humanity’s fascination with the stars:
The Origins of Time
From ancient stargazers to the first calendars, this section traces how early civilizations transformed the celestial order into systems of measurement. It’s a journey through millennia of observation, creativity, and precision. Showing how those first cosmic insights continue to inspire contemporary horology.
The Anomalies of Time
Time, as the exhibition reveals, is not perfectly uniform. Variations in celestial motion challenged early astronomers and inspired generations of watchmakers to seek harmony between solar, lunar, and sidereal rhythms. Here, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s most sophisticated complications, such as the equation of time and multi-axis tourbillons, demonstrate the Manufacture’s unparalleled ability to blend science, craftsmanship, and artistry into a single, fluid expression.
Masterpieces of the Cosmos
At the heart of The Stellar Odyssey lies a stunning selection of celestial timepieces. Mechanical works of art that embody Jaeger-LeCoultre’s nearly 190 years of expertise. From astronomical calendars to moon-phase displays with millennial precision, each creation is a testament to the brand’s relentless pursuit of perfection and its deep reverence for the mysteries of the universe.
Visitors will also have the chance to step into the world of haute horlogerie with a special watchmaking session, available by reservation. Under expert guidance, participants will explore the intricate mechanisms that bring celestial phenomena to life on the wrist. Reserve your session here.
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