Pierre Jaquet-Droz was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1721 and became one of the most celebrated automaton makers in eighteenth-century Europe, producing mechanical figures capable of drawing, writing, and playing music that were presented to the courts of Louis XV, Charles III of Spain, and the Emperor of China. The watches he built alongside those automata were equally remarkable, featuring enamel dials, miniature paintings and complications that demonstrated complete mastery of the mechanical arts at a moment when watchmaking and fine art were not yet understood as separate disciplines. The modern Jaquet Droz manufacture, re-established in La Chaux-de-Fonds and now part of the Swatch Group, continues that tradition through the Grande Heure and Bird Repeater collections, where hand-painted enamel dials and animated complications place the brand at the intersection of haute horlogerie and applied art.
Explore our selection of Jaquet-Droz watches, presented with detailed descriptions and real photographs. Every timepiece undergoes a thorough authenticity and condition inspection by our certified watchmaker before shipment, including verification against The Watch Register.
Based in Geneva since 2021, WATCHOYSTER combines professional watch expertise, transparent service and a commitment to authenticity.
Every watch includes 24 months of Official Brand Service Coverage. Eligible repairs are performed at authorised brand service centres, with approved costs covered by us.
All Jaquet-Droz watches listed on our website are physically available for purchase, with fully insured worldwide delivery. Delivery typically takes 4–7 business days, depending on the watch and destination. Individual estimated delivery dates are displayed on each product page.
Personal collection at our Geneva office is available by appointment after purchase.
Our 14-day return policy covers material discrepancies between the watch and its description or photographs.
Flexible financing options are available for eligible customers, subject to the terms and approval of our financing partners. Available options and conditions are presented during checkout.