Approximately 12 inches (30 centimeters) tall, the automaton reveals an enchanting spectacle when its animation is activated. The lavender corolla gradually opens, as if moved by a light breeze, revealing a butterfly which flutters in a swirling motion. Its wings are adorned with orange plique-à-jour enamel, contrasting with the diamonds and opaque black enamel that lines their contours. The rest of its body is made of tiger’s eye, the eyes of two amethyst cabochons, and the antennae are punctuated with diamonds. It soars gracefully above a cluster of golden beads set with amethysts. After taking flight, the butterfly finds refuge in the heart of the bouquet, which gently closes around it.

Curling into themselves, the sprigs of the Brassée de Lavande automaton in lacquered rose gold form a vegetal dome concealing a secret. Thirty-six stems arranged in two rows overlap and intertwine in a voluminous composition. Delicate green leaves and blue flowers adorn the branches, their hues harmoniously conversing with one another.