The Year of the Horse is upon us and Longines is celebrating the zodiac in a truly special way. Paying homage to both the new lunar year and the brand’s enduring bond with the equestrian world, the timepiece is produced in collaboration with the Peon Art Museum in China.

An execution of both creativity and artistry, the Year of the Horse Master Collection features a meticulously engraved motif from Peon Xu’s celebrated painting Galloping Horse on the gilt rotor of the calibre. With every movement of the wrist, the horse appears to gallop forward, symbolising momentum, renewal, and the spirit of freedom and courage.

Equine Spirit

This key visual depicts a galloping horse set against a dynamic landscape, with golden ripples forming beneath its hooves. The accompanying calligraphy “奔马得势” embodies both the artist’s familial heritage and his artistic mastery.

Coincidentally, the horse also embodies Longines’ deep-rooted connection with the equestrian world. Since the 19th century, Longines has shared a passion for elegance, tradition and performance with this universe, serving as the official timekeeper of prestigious international competitions.

This special edition pays tribute to that enduring bond, uniting the grace and strength of the horse with the brand’s centuries-old watchmaking expertise. Housed in a 42-mm stainless steel case, it features a red sunray-brushed dial with a subtle gradient, evoking the poetic ambiance of sunrise – an auspicious emblem of new beginnings.

Stunning In Appearance

Elegantly shaped gilt hands and applied indexes enhance its refined appearance, while a moonphase display at 6 o’clock is framed by a date indicator. The transparent case back reveals the engraved Galloping Horse motif and Peon XU’s personal seal on the yellow gilt rotor, animating the artwork with every wrist movement and uniting mechanical precision with timeless elegance.

The watch is powered by the exclusive Longines L899.5 self-winding movement, equipped with a silicon balance-spring. It offers a power reserve of up to 72 hours. The Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse is paired with a black leather strap secured by a stainless-steel folding clasp and is limited to 2,026 pieces worldwide.