In Chinese mythology, the phoenix is the symbol of the queen and is also known as the good bird among all birds. Its beauty is outstanding and its cry is even more touching. Legend has it that after a life span of hundreds of years, the phoenix will eventually be reborn from the ashes by burning itself in flames. Symbolizing elegance, femininity and strength, the body of the phoenix represents the five human qualities: the phoenix head represents benevolence; the wings are righteousness; the back is ritual; the chest is wisdom; and the belly is faith.
Flying into the realm of fine watchmaking, the phoenix is like a step into the eternal realm of time. The phoenix appears in the Richard Mille RM 051 Replica Watch, set with brilliant diamonds, and harmoniously enclosing the movement with its barrel, power-reserve indicator and tourbillon. This highly complex and elegant work of art is astonishingly poetic.