Like certain pictorial works of modern sculpture, the chemistry of shapes, the subtle balance of the lines that shape the outline of a watch, sometimes seem so self-evident that it is hard to imagine the complexity of the work achieve upstream. That is doubtless what best characterises the Gouverneur line: a number of superimposed shapes made possibled by a highly sophisticated case construction. As one expects from such exceptional creations, several nested elements feature a variety of finishes : the case and its sides are satin-brushed, while the fitted bezel and the back are polished, as are the chronograph pushers – oval-shaped to reflect the spirit of the watch and the polished angles of the case. A round case, an oval dial opening, and another circle in the dial centre: the variety of shapes distinguish this line (of which the calendar and tourbillon watches have already been featured in GMT) and help create a formal architecture featuring a wealth of subtle details and symbols. The Gouverneur Chronograph houses the new ultra-thin 882P self-winding movement and is distinguished by its double-counter configuration echoing that of vintage chronographs, including a right-hand subdial providing a 24-hour dual time-zone display.