Maison d’Ailleurs

The world-first presentation of the extraordinary JULES VERNE watches by LOUIS MOINET took place on Feburary 11th 2010, in the Espace Jules Verne of the Maison d'Ailleurs, in Yverdon. The VERNOSCOPE, a highly original new concept, was unveiled; and an historical piece – the first prototype to contain an authentic piece of the moon – was officially handed over to the Museum.

The VERNOSCOPE is an object measuring 50 cm across and 50 cm high. Its mahogany base highlights the many brass and copper pipes and counters that lend it a distinctly “Vernian” look. In all, it features no less than four apertures, doors and portholes revealing the surprises and mysteries of JULES VERNE and LOUIS MOINET. These include the MOON, a work by artist Jean-Yves Kervévan, hand-modelled and adorned with moon meteorite particles. The VERNOSCOPE also serves as a presentation box for four original “Number 1 watches”.