Indice dei contenuti per December 2022 - January 2023 in Da Man

As one of the leading Japanese artists, Chiharu Shiota is well-known for her series of powerful installations consisting of threads primarily in red and black strung across entire spaces. Particularly, through the collection and entanglement of commonplace items like shoes, keys, mattresses, chairs, and clothes in enormous thread constructs, she has revolutionized the concepts of memory and consciousness. In addition to presenting intangible emotions in her installations, she also investigates the idea of a “presence in the absence” in her works. On this note, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (Museum MACAN) has recently unveiled its latest major exhibition titled “Chiharu Shiota: The Soul Trembles.” This is essentially a major exhibition that takes over all of the museum’s galleries and includes some of Chiharu Shiota’s most iconic…

The Golden Age The Langham, Jakarta revealed the opening of T’ang Court (The Langham, Jakarta, SCBD District 8 Lot 28, South Jakarta, +62 21 27087888, langhamhotels.com), The Langham’s legendary restaurant, eminent with its Three Michelin Stars outlet in Hong Kong, last October. Guests are invited to delight their experience with exquisite selections of delicacies from the ultimate Cantonese cuisine, created and served by Executive Chinese Chef, Chong Kooi Sam and his culinary team. Located on the 61st floor of The Langham, Jakarta, T’ang Court boasts breathtaking views of the Jakarta skyline with refreshed interior that comes filled with distinguished Tang Dynasty-styled décor of ancient Chinese history and elegant oriental touches, reflecting China’s Gold Age in immersive ethnic crafts and arts. The Chef has prepared selections of highlighted menu like T’ang…

The Swiss Haute Horlogerie, Audemars Piguet recently unveiled its 2022 collection which are its most impressive to date. With uncompromising craftsmanship, innovation and style, each piece makes a refined statement whilst delivering technical complexity and superior performance. We invite you to take a closer look and explore the remarkable new additions to Audemars Piguet’s exquisite portfolio and enduring legacy. ROYAL OAK PERPETUAL CALENDAR IN 41MM What makes the new Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar stunning is the fact that it’s the first time the Swiss Haute Horlogerie has presented a new version with a refined monochromatic blue aesthetic, entirely crafted from blue ceramic. The 41mm case and bracelet of the watch, as well as it’s Grande Tapisserie patterned dial, sub-dials and inner bezel, are all in electric blue hues with white…

1 The Pop Drive German car manufacturer BMW revealed its collaboration with American artist Jeff Koons earlier this year, resulting in 99 limited-edition M850i xDrive Gran Coupé cars adorned with Koons’ pop art design and geometric patterns, all fitting perfectly with the cars’ architectural contours and lines. Dubbed “The 8 X JEFF KOONS”, the collaborative creation arrived in Indonesia and was showcased by BMW Indonesia on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at Museum MACAN in West Jakarta. During the event, guests were given an opportunity to test drive the BMW 7 and the BMW X7 series. To enrich the experience, guests were invited to a special art talk with Anindyanto Dwikumoro, Amalia Wirjono, and Jessie Setiono as guest speakers, moderated by Paul Palele. It was later followed by the launching of…

Striking Contrasts To simply put, Roger Dubuis’ Excalibur Double Tourbillon White Ceramic edition proves the Maison’s horological and technical supremacy and standout design in the world of Hyper Horology. As its name suggests, the watch combined the advanced mechanics of the signature double tourbillon with a sharp and sophisticated contrast aesthetic through the EON GOLD design. Housed in a 45mm with the first white ceramic case from Roger Dubuis, it is driven with the RD108 calibre that boasts 72 hours of power reserve. Overall, it’s safe to say that the Excalibur Double Tourbillon White Ceramic edition is definite proof that Roger Dubuis has and always will offer the most exciting way to experience Hyper Horology. Daring Perspective The latest BR‑X5 collection represents a new chapter in Bell & Ross history,…

Dome of Illumination Taking a reductionist approach, Tom Dixon transformed steel into an artistic creation, namely the Bell table lamp. A piece of art in its own right, the Bell table lamp is crafted from pressed steel, which is later plated in a variety of metals, each lending the finished product a different look. The lamp is informed by futuristic a semispherical top and base, all bearing a polished surface that reflects its surroundings, further giving the creation a bold character. Furthermore, the lamp is equipped with an integrated dimmer and the body is weighted to assure greater stability. The Bell table lamp comes in chrome, bronze, and brass versions, as well as two special color iterations—glossy black and PVD blue. Available at MOIE HAUS. Scent of Nobility Italian perfumery…

Peaceful Harmony Welcoming travelers since May 2022, Munno Bali (Jl. Tegal Sari No. 77 Berawa, Bali; +62 361-9561722; themunno.com) is a contemporary sanctuary serving as a home-away-from-home on the Island of the Gods. The serene haven melds contemporary modernism with unique elements of Balinese tradition and heritage, allowing vacationers to immerse in the splendor of the locale. Munno Bali invites guests to luxuriate in one of its three-bedroom residences or four-bedroom sumptuous retreats. Comprising only eight villas, exclusivity and tranquility are well ensured. Each unit is equipped with essential features including kitchen, living room, dining area, and private pool surrounded by lush garden, making it perfect for a family getaway or vacations with friends. For dining, guests can head to the brasserie where curated menu with a focus on a contrast…

With a legacy in watchmaking spanning more than a century, Cartier has introduced many iconic and highly desirable timepieces. Of these, quite a few have become highly sought-after by collectors: Distinct horological masterpieces, sometimes released as limited editions, oftentimes marking an important milestone in the brand’s timeline. Long-time Cartier enthusiasts and dedicated haute horlogerie connoisseurs, however, are quite aware of Cartier’s “tradition” of re-issuing certain historic designs, usually created as close as possible to the original designs. A recent example would be the release of a 150-piece limited edition Tank Cintrée in 2020 to mark the design’s 100th anniversary, or the Pasha Calendrier Perpétuel back in 2021 as a limited edition of 100 pieces. This year, meanwhile, sees the re-emergence of another remarkable watch design—one that is arguably much less…

Home to iconic attractions and a magnificent harbour, the city of Sydney in Australia is a coastal metropolis and the latest destination for Louis Vuitton’s travelling exhibition, SEE LV. After its inauguration in Wuhan in 2020, followed by Hangzhou, Dubai and Tokyo, the exhibition has now found its temporary home overlooking the famed Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House at the First Fleet Park. The SEE LV exhibition takes loyal brand fans, new followers and history buffs deep into the world of everything Louis Vuitton. It showcases mixed archival objects from the Maison’s heritage collection along with recent creations, allowing visitors to emerge themselves through immersive and interactive digital experiences into the tradition, prestige and allure of this enduring luxe brand. The exhibition is housed in an eye-catching immense…

These days, more and more people are becoming aware about what goes into their skincare. Savvy shoppers now know how to read labels and deduce what’s exactly inside the products they’re buying. As a result of this growing interest, brands have begun to step up and include real data on their packaging, allowing key ingredients to take center stage in just about any product range. We’ve covered some of these ingredients in this very column, including retinol and ceramides. This time, we shift our focus to niacinamide. Also known as vitamin B3 or nicotinamide, niacinamide is a standout skincare ingredient thanks to its versatility. Niacinamide has a plethora of benefits, such as the ability to minimize the appearance of enlarged pores and improve “orange peel” texture—something that many gents regularly…

All-Round Performance Nowadays, some of the things that every photographer or photography enthusiast looking for are in fact the experience of a traditional rangefinder photography but with a compact body and contemporary camera technology. In particular, something like an expanded ISO range, a triple resolution sensor, dual memory, extended battery life, or even a streamlined and intuitive menu system that delivers maximum flexibility which helps them the most are arguably must-have features that are essentials. And in this regard, Fujifilm’s latest creation—the XT-5 mirrorless digital camera—is a dream come true. For one, the brand brings its fifth-generation imaging sensor and processing technology to X-T5 in a camera body that is more compact than each of its previous three X-T system camera models. Most importantly, it features Fujifilm’s new, powerful back-illuminated…

THE WHITE LOTUS Stars F. Murray Abraham, Jennifer Coolidge, Meghann Fahy, Theo James Following the success of its first season, season two of Emmys-winner “The White Lotus” has been launched. The HBO Max series focuses on the employees and vacationers at the White Lotus resort as dark secrets and intriguing dynamics gradually emerge over the period of a week. Set in Sicily, the second season of “The White Lotus” stars F. Murray Abraham, Aubrey Plaza, Theo James and Meghann Fahy, with Jennifer Coolidge and Jon Gries reprising their roles from the previous season. 1899 Stars Emily Beecham, Aneurin Barnard, Andreas Pietschmann “1899” was created by Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar, starring Emily Beecham, Andreas Pietschmann, Miguel Bernardeau and Aneurin Barnard. The plot centers around migrants from London aboard a…

Hublot, if anything, has always been ‘unique, first, different,’ becoming the first Fine Watchmaking brand in football back in 2006. The famous “Hublot Loves Football” has also become the slogan through its ambassadors and at the world’s biggest sporting events such as the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, UEFA EURO, and also the FIFA World Cup. Special for the latter, the Swiss brand is proud and thrilled to be the Official Timekeeper of the FIFA World Cup—which is the world’s most-watched sports event—for the fourth consecutive edition, going back to the South Africa tournament of 2010, and will time all 64 games, including the tournament final on December 18 at the Lusail Stadium in Doha. And to this end, the Swiss brand unveiled the Big Bang e FIFA World Cup…

In the first week of November, DAMAN attended the Bell & Ross regional launch party for its latest BR-X5 collection in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We joined Bell & Ross founders Bruno Belamich and Carlos Rosillo, celebrities, clients and socialites, for a futuristic-themed party to celebrate the new BR-X5 collection at The Exchange 106. THE FIFTH DIMENSIONS Bell & Ross, who are famous for combining aeronautical engineering and technical precision into their Swiss timepieces, brought the future to the now at their launch event. They took guests on a journey across five dimensions to experience their latest advanced time instrument, the BR-X5. Upon arriving in the lobby, guests were welcomed by a fictional Artificial Intelligence (AI) persona inviting them to walk into the first dimension by taking the elevator to Level…