Raketa watch manufacturer is releasing a new interpretation of its iconic Big Zero model. Time is a pivot theme in art, explored by many artists across various periods and artistic languages. Time is swift and relentless; some moments can feel like a quick instant, while others like a lifetime. For the Russian artist Masha Yankovskaya, time is a subjective inner experience. Time filters through people, social roles, cities, countries, lifestyles, fashion trends, and tastes as we live on.
Our own “Я” (Ya, translated as “I”), our identity and personality, remains with us throughout the years. This inner “Я” is stronger than the course of history. Our identities linger on for many generations in artwork, for example.
A Collaboration based on fusion
The collaboration between Masha Yankovskaya and Raketa watch brand is a fusion of artistic expression and engineering tradition. While Yankovskaya’s art has an explicit female identity, it may be equally resonant with both male and female experiences.
The watch design features Masha’s signature red colour which is also symbolic for Raketa. The center of the dial features a rotating star drawn from the artist’s vivid visual language and referring to her Star painting from the Tarot series.
As part of the Major Arcana, the Star is the 17th card that stands for hope, inspiration, and healing. In Raketa’s watch, this concept translates into the seconds hand, combining a symbolic artistic dimension with the rhythm of time. The star also echoes the topic of outer space, historically significant for the Raketa brand which emerged following Yuri Gagarin’s triumphant flight.
Masha Yankovskaya’s signature “Я” replaces the 6-hour marker, emphasizing individuality and personality. “Я” is not only the artist’s initial but a conceptual gesture that underscores the egocentricity of Yankovskaya’s art, dedicated to inner experiences and reflections. Here, “Я” becomes the reference point centering our perception of time.
Limited Edition
The model comes as a limited edition of just 100 individually numbered watches. A red genuine leather strap matches the overall colour scheme. The set also includes a classic red or black alligator leather strap.
The heart of the watch is a Russian self-winding movement, manufactured from A to Z at the Raketa Watch Factory, one of the few manufacturers worldwide that still produce in-house movements. The open case back cover reveals the movement and its rotor decorated with Neva waves.
What about the price?
The price of this watch is 2100 EUR (excluding VAT) / $3,355 CAD. For the comfort of customers, Raketa watches are delivered worldwide free of charge by DHL directly up to the front door.
Specifications
Factory: Raketa Watch Factory (Saint Petersburg)
Movement: Calibre:2615
Functions: Automatic
Number of jewels: 24
Testing positions: 4
Average rate (s/d): -10+20
Average running time (h): 40
Frequency/hour: 18.000 / 2.5 (Hz)
Bi-directional automatic winding? Yes
Stopper of self-winding unit activated during manual? Yes
Winding: Decoration: Hand-made Neva waves + Print
Case: Material: Stainless steel
Size: 40 mm
Front glass: Sapphire
Back glass: Mineral
Crown: Ruby stone inside the crown
Water resistance: 10 АТМ
Dial: Enamel coating. Superluminova
Hands: Mountain shape
Strap: Material: Two straps: red genuine leather and black genuine alligator leather
