What makes an object worth collecting?

In this episode of The Talk Studio, Chandni Kumar Mehra speaks with Arnaud Nicolas, CEO of L’Epée 1839, about mechanical art, creativity, and the enduring appeal of exceptional objects.

From kinetic sculptures to collaborations with some of the most imaginative names in horology and design, L’Epée 1839 has redefined what a timekeeping object can be.

It’s a conversation about craftsmanship, curiosity, and the ideas that transform an object into something truly collectible.

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