Rolls-Royce prides itself on details, and its latest one-off Phantom, dubbed the "Arabesque", is the perfect example of that. This bespoke motor car features a fully laser-engraved bonnet, a technique that took Rolls-Royce five years to develop. The pattern, inspired by the intricate Mashrabiya design language unique to Middle Eastern culture, is etched into the bonnet with precision, revealing a darker tone underneath. The process involved painting the bonnet in a darker color, sealing it under multiple layers of clear coat, and then applying a lighter top layer. The result is a super intricate pattern that's then hand-sanded for a sculptural finish. The engraved areas are said to achieve an exceptional level of refinement and durability. The rest of the Phantom Arabesque is finished in a two-tone black and silver paint job, with 22-inch polished alloy wheels. Inside, the car is fully bespoke, featuring lots of leather, Mashrabiya motifs, and ...
Rolls-Royce prides itself on details, and its latest one-off Phantom, dubbed the “Arabesque”, is the perfect example of that. This bespoke motor car features a fully laser-engraved bonnet, a technique that took Rolls-Royce five years to develop. The pattern, inspired by the intricate Mashrabiya design language unique to Middle Eastern culture, is etched into the bonnet with precision, revealing a darker tone underneath.
The process involved painting the bonnet in a darker color, sealing it under multiple layers of clear coat, and then applying a lighter top layer. The result is a super intricate pattern that’s then hand-sanded for a sculptural finish. The engraved areas are said to achieve an exceptional level of refinement and durability.
The rest of the Phantom Arabesque is finished in a two-tone black and silver paint job, with 22-inch polished alloy wheels. Inside, the car is fully bespoke, featuring lots of leather, Mashrabiya motifs, and a full-width “Gallery”. According to Michelle Lusby, bespoke lead designer for Rolls-Royce’s private office in Dubai, the aim was to interpret the qualities of Mashrabiya – privacy, light, and airflow – in ways that feel both culturally rooted and unmistakably Rolls-Royce.
The Phantom Arabesque is a true masterpiece of luxury car design, showcasing Rolls-Royce’s attention to detail and commitment to creating bespoke vehicles that are truly one-of-a-kind.
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