Independent Watchmakers · 2026-03-23
Taos’ Odonata layers enamel, engraving and mother-of-pearl into a miniature habitat
A unique dragonfly-inspired watch extends its decorative theme onto the movement.
By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on MONOCHROME
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What to know
Taos’ Odonata approaches the watch dial as a layered artwork. High-relief engraving, mother-of-pearl marquetry and several enamel techniques create an iridescent scene inspired by dragonflies and plant life. Diamond-set lugs and a gem-set bezel frame the composition within a 38mm white-gold case.
The decorative work continues on the reverse, where the movement echoes the dial’s theme. Developed for Taos by Télôs, the automatic VOP318 uses a peripheral winding mass and parallel twin barrels for approximately 72 hours of reserve. Odonata was unveiled in March 2026 alongside Génèse. This entry concerns the single Odonata creation, shown from the front and back.
At a glance
| model | Odonata |
|---|---|
| case | 38 × 10mm white gold, diamond-set |
| movement | Télôs VOP318 peripheral-rotor automatic |
| powerReserve | Approximately 72 hours |
| edition | Unique piece |