Onkō
From the contraction in Japanese of “on” for sound and “kō” for light—音光 (onkou). Inspired by Japanese lanterns, Onkō is a visual and aural metaphor for the new Reuge.
Onkō brings sound to light and light to sound.
Description
Drawing inspiration from the Japanese tōrō lanterns and their symbolism of the universe’s five elements—earth (chi), water (sui), fire (ka), wind (fū), and space (kū)—Onkō embodies these fundamental forces. It not only represents a metaphor for sound but also personifies Manufacture Reuge’s new brand identity.
When the melody begins, Onkō blossoms, and as the tune concludes, it gracefully closes, readying itself for the next performance.
Technical Features
General information
- 15 music cycles
- Approximately 7 minutes of running reserve
- Dimensions (overall): 34 ø × 40 cm (13 3/8” ø × 15 3/4”)
- Dimensions (base): 32 ø × 8,5 cm (12 5/8” ø × 3 3/8”)
- Weight: 4.8 kg (10.6 lbs)
Movement
- One cylinder, three melodies played in succession
- Over 1,200 pins on the cylinder, 72-note comb
- CH 1.72 movement, crafted and hand-assembled in our workshops in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland
Materials
- Figured European maple
- Black lacquered European maple
- Brass
- Alplan® alloy
CHF 15,900