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The Secrets of Vacheron Constantin

Author : Franco Cologni
Publisher : Flammarion-Pere Castor
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book The Secrets of Vacheron Constantin written by Franco Cologni and published by Flammarion-Pere Castor. This book was released on 2005-09-06 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In 2005, Vacheron Constantin, the world's oldest watch manufacturer in operation, celebrates its 250th anniversary. The famous Geneva house has continued to offer exceptional timepieces, from the first well-preserved watch, manufactured around 1760, to extraordinary contemporary mechanical devices with movements synchronized at 28,800 alternations per hour." "Illustrated with magnificent photographs taken for the occasion, the first part of this work describes the history of a house that is over two centuries old. The second part is dedicated to a catalogue of the prestigious watchmaking collection, gathered in Geneva by Vacheron Constantin. This catalogue presents the factory's most significant pieces, based upon a classification that does credit to the artistic trades that encompass fine watchmaking."--BOOK JACKET.

Treasures of Vacheron Constantin

Author : Julien Marchenoir
Publisher : Higher Ed Leadership Essentials
ISBN 13 : 9780300178562
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (785 download)

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Download or read book Treasures of Vacheron Constantin written by Julien Marchenoir and published by Higher Ed Leadership Essentials. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Published in conjunction with the exhibition ... held at the national Museum of Singapore, June24th-August 14th, 2011"--T.p. verso.

A Grand Complication

Author : Stacy Perman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439190100
Total Pages : 527 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book A Grand Complication written by Stacy Perman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-02-19 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two wealthy and powerful men engage in a decades-long contest to create and possess the most remarkable watch in history. James Ward Packard of Warren, Ohio, was an entrepreneur and a talented engineer of infinite curiosity, a self-made man who earned millions from his inventions, including the design and manufacture of America’s first luxury car—the elegant and storied Packard. Henry Graves, Jr., was the very essence of blue-blooded refinement in the early 1900s: son of a Wall Street financier, a central figure in New York high society, and a connoisseur of beautiful things—especially fine watches. Then, as now, expensive watches were the ultimate sign of luxury and wealth, but in the early twentieth century the limitless ambition, wealth, and creativity of these two men pushed the boundaries of mathematics, astronomy, craftsmanship, technology, and physics to create ever more ingenious timepieces. In any watch, features beyond the display of hours, minutes, and seconds are known as “complications.” Packard and Graves spurred acclaimed Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe to create the Mona Lisa of timepieces—a fabled watch that incorporated twenty-four complications and took nearly eight years to design and build. For the period, it was the most complicated watch ever created. For years it disappeared, but then it surfaced at a Sotheby’s auction in 1999, touching off a heated bidding war, shattering all known records when it fetched $11 million from an anonymous bidder. New York Times bestselling author Stacy Perman takes us from the clubby world of New York high society into the ateliers of the greatest Swiss watchmakers, and into the high-octane, often secretive subculture of modern-day watch collecting. With meticulous research, vivid historical details, and a wealth of dynamic personalities, A Grand Complication is the fascinating story of the thrilling duel between two of the most intriguing men of the early twentieth century. Above all, it is a sweeping chronicle of innovation, the desire for beauty, and the lengths people will go to possess it.

The World of Vacheron Constantin, Genève

Author : Carole Lambelet
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9782880120665
Total Pages : 415 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book The World of Vacheron Constantin, Genève written by Carole Lambelet and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Cartier: The Tank Watch

Author : Franco Cologni
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 208013633X
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (81 download)

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Download or read book Cartier: The Tank Watch written by Franco Cologni and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 1998-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handsome monograph charts the evolution of one of the most coveted items of modern style, showcasing the extraordinary craftsmanship of the House of Cartier. The Tank Watch, designed by Louis Cartier in 1917, is an icon of modern timepiece design. One of the world’s first square wristwatches, its functionality is rivaled only by its elegance; it represents a perfect combination of fine watchmaking and the jeweler’s art. The Tank has been creatively reinterpreted by Cartier in many models—from the Chinese Tank to the Crash Watch to the recent Tank Anglaise—while always remaining faithful to Louis Cartier’s original concept.Through designs from Cartier’s rich archives, historical models, and photographs of famous clients from Clark Gable to Andy Warhol, this volume celebrates one of Cartier’s greatest masterpieces.

A Grand Complication

Author : Stacy Perman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439190089
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book A Grand Complication written by Stacy Perman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-02-19 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The race between two ambitious, complicated men in the early 1900s to create the most extravagant, complicated timepiece ever"--

Invest in Watches

Author : Marc Montagne
Publisher : Marc Montagne
ISBN 13 : 2970162008
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (71 download)

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Download or read book Invest in Watches written by Marc Montagne and published by Marc Montagne. This book was released on 2023-01-20 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The indispensable guide for investing in luxury watches. Build a watch collection that will not only grow in value but also bring joy on the wrist. According to Bloomberg, multiple luxury watches have outperformed vintage cars, Bitcoin and other crypto currencies in 2022. Market prices for some Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet references have more than doubled over the past two years and auction records keep being set month after month. In the watchmaking industry, knowledge is power and properly navigating this landmine is key to make wise investment decisions. With Invest in Watches: The Art of Watch Collecting you will understand the crucial elements to realize good watch investments by learning what makes a worthy investment, how to properly estimate the value of a watch, how to sell a watch at a profit, what are the costs of owning a watch, how to acquire a watch on a wait list, how to buy at auctions, tips for watch repair and many more including a list of watches (and clocks) to keep on the radar. Not only providing concrete examples of valuable watch investments, Invest in Watches: The Art of Watch Collecting is also a journey in the fascinating world of horology through the eyes of a watch collector whose passion is contagious. Both modern and vintage watches are covered and whether a watch expert or complete beginner, you will discover hundreds of watches to invest in from brands such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Omega, Tag Heuer and many more including independent watchmakers. “Investors who earned big returns in tech stocks and crypto currencies are now looking to pre-owned watches as the next hot asset class”. —Bloomberg "A great read and strongly recommended for those interested in taking their luxury watch collecting to the next level and unpacking the booming trading value of select pieces." —Teddy Baldassarre "Don't ask me which watch to buy, just go get the book!" —Andrea Casalegno, IamCasa "Rarely have I been so enthusiastic about a book. It has a clear and understandable structure and is well researched and prepared. You can feel the passion for watches in every line – on every page – beware of the risk of addiction." —Karl Heinz Nuber, Tourbillon Magazine "This book is the perfect guide for understanding how to invest wisely in watches. It's also simply a lot of fun and super interesting to read for anyone who loves watchmaking." —Alex G, editor of madeinbienne.ch Marc Montagne is a watch industry professional and a collector himself. He founded the Toolwatch.io & WatchAuctionHQ.com apps used by over 150’000 watch enthusiasts around the world. Marc also hosts Repetition Minute, France’s first podcast about watches, gathering tens of thousands of monthly listeners. He is also one of the most popular watch writers on Quora, with over 11 million readers.

Writing Time

Author : Gisbert Brunner
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 2080301586
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book Writing Time written by Gisbert Brunner and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Minerva-Montblanc embodies a rich heritage and produces original, beautiful, and luxurious timepieces. The Minerva watch manufacture, established in 1858, produces fine handmade watches in a time-honored fashion. A forward-looking brand, it encourages new and modern tools and production while maintaining the spirit of a small company. In 2007, Minerva joined forces with renowned fountain pen producer Montblanc and created the Minerva Institute for Research in Fine Watchmaking to safeguard the company’s savoir faire and craftsmanship. Reviving the most sophisticated tradition of Swiss watchmaking, the company’s legendary models include the two single-button chronographs of the Villeret 1858 Collection and the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec-the first Montblanc movement entirely conceived in the manufacture’s workshops.

The Visible Self

Author : Joanne B. Eicher
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1609018702
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book The Visible Self written by Joanne B. Eicher and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-08-14 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This anthropological investigation of dress featuring selected scholarly readings is ideal for courses focused on global perspectives and cultural aspects of dress.

Limited Edition Watches

Author : Steven Huyton
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780764351648
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (516 download)

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Download or read book Limited Edition Watches written by Steven Huyton and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2016-10-28 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to a celebration of alternatively designed wrist- and pocket watches, which honors innovative craftsmanship within the world of modern horology. The 150 different brands featured in this unique book each have a double-page spread dedicated to rare, specially selected timepieces. Featured manufacturers include Patek Philippe, Jaeger LeCoultre, Vacheron Constantin, Chopard, Tag Heuer, and Hublot. There is also a broad selection of avant-garde watchmakers like MB & F, Urwerk, and DeBethune. The design and technical information of each watch, ranging from simple to elaborate, is described in this lavish showcase of mostly high-end watch brands. A wristwatch made entirely of wooden parts, a timepiece designed after a Ferrari engine, and other one-of-a-kind movements, are just a few examples of the stunning variety of alternatively conceived men's and unisex watches. Many have not appeared in print before. This collection should appeal to both watch lovers and aficionados of good design.

Architecture Concepts

Author : Bernard Tschumi
Publisher : Rizzoli International Publications
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 784 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book Architecture Concepts written by Bernard Tschumi and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2012 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Philosophy and architecture by Bernard Tschumi.

Men's Watches

Author : Hervé Borne
Publisher : Silverback Books
ISBN 13 : 9782752802422
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (24 download)

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Download or read book Men's Watches written by Hervé Borne and published by Silverback Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes 256 richly illustrated, fact filled pages that include the latest and avant-garde watches of the day.

Worlds Most Expensive Watches

Author : Ariel Adams
Publisher : Acc Art Books
ISBN 13 : 9781851497546
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (975 download)

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Download or read book Worlds Most Expensive Watches written by Ariel Adams and published by Acc Art Books. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than a fashion accessory or means to tell the time, the wristwatch has become a statement of identity; politician or celebrity, scientist or sportsman, what you choose to wear on your wrist speaks volumes about who you are. The World's Most Expensive Watches presents some of the most extravagant, intricate, collectible, decadent, or just plain interesting modern-day timepieces that sit at the top of the price spectrum. Starting at a threshold price of about $200,000, it is a trip through the last decade or so of watches whose values soar incredibly to prices of $5 million dollars or more. Additionally, there is a selection of notable watches that yielded extremely high prices at auction - many of which are historically relevant. A stunning collection that is both informative and entertaining; with detailed descriptions of individual watches and articles that usefully deconstruct the price tag with an explanation of the relevance of craftsmanship and complexity of design, as well as the importance of exclusivity, prestige and collectibility. Prepare to be impressed by a larger-than-life-look at some relatively small items that command not only huge prices but kudos and respect, in all areas of a global society fascinated with using accessorizing to create identity.

The Beauty of Time

Author : François Chaille
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 2080236520
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (82 download)

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Download or read book The Beauty of Time written by François Chaille and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beauty of Time, published in partnership with the prestigious Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, presents a panorama of the most beautiful timepieces from the Middle Ages to the present. The book contains a thoughtfully curated selection of nearly two hundred wonders--from mechanical and pendulum clocks to pocket- and wristwatches.

100 Years of Vintage Watches

Author : Dean Judy
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book 100 Years of Vintage Watches written by Dean Judy and published by Echo Point Books & Media, LLC. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Telling time has never been so stylish. 100 Years of Vintage Watches brings an entire century of classic watch craftsmanship to life with over 1,000 full-color photos. Detailing watches made between 1870 and 1970—the most popular century for watch collectors and aficionados—Dean Judy’s remarkable guide provides information on what and how to collect as well as what to avoid. In addition to large, detailed photos, 100 Years of Vintage Watches offers accurate pricing information, and a description, history, and dating for each of the watches included. Watch collectors will find the before-and-after photos of vintage watch restorations particularly useful, especially when it comes valuing a piece. And who knows, maybe that old watch your grandfather left in his junk drawer is worth thousands. Featuring examples from over 50 watchmakers including renowned Swiss companies like Agassiz, Rolex, Breitling, Cyma, Tissot, and Zodiak as well as American companies like Bulova, Elgin, Hamilton, and Illinois, 100 Years of Vintage Watches is a comprehensive and practical guide to the greatest century of watchmaking in modern history.

The Rolex Story

Author : Franz-Christoph Heel
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780764345975
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (459 download)

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Download or read book The Rolex Story written by Franz-Christoph Heel and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The "brand with the crown" is recognized worldwide as an invaluable sports implement and luxury product. This book traces the manufacturer's development from the 1920s, when it began its steady rise to unprecedented international appeal, to the present. Explore the ingenious innovations in technology and marketing behind the prestigious company's swift success. Browse the images and devour the historical and technical details of some of Rolex's most reliable models: the Submariner, on which divers depend to get them safely back to the surface; the Cosmograph and Yachtmaster that auto-racers and boat captains trust for their precision and durability. Get the latest reports and performance tests results on Rolex items: rugged or elegant; classic or contemporary. From the beginning, the sponsorship of statesmen, movie stars, and athletes has driven its success, but Rolex has since expanded to include more than just the rich and famous.

Exceptional Watches

Author : Clément Mazarian
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
ISBN 13 : 1784729450
Total Pages : 446 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book Exceptional Watches written by Clément Mazarian and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2024-09-12 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Behind a watch there are often hidden stories. Stories of those who made it and those who wore it. From the watchmaker to the diver, from the astronaut to the collector, from father to son - from buyer to thief even - a watch does not age. As it is handed on and, as it travels, from the Joux valley in Switzerland to the saleroom, from the depths of the ocean to the moon, and from the pages of a catalogue to those of this book, a watch only gains in substance.' Clément Mazarian From mechanical watches to chronographs, quartz watches to divers', Exceptional Watches will transport you through time, uncovering the histories behind the most coveted watch models. Collector Clément Mazarian of Collection Personelle tells the stories of 90 era-defining watches from the early 1900s up to the present day, each one meticulously catalogued and accompanied by a stunning image from celebrated photographer Henry Leutwyler. Illustrated technical pages clearly explain the mechanics of these timepieces, while profiles of the watches give readers insight into their cultural histories. Exceptional Watches is a treasure trove for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Featured models include: - Rolex Submariner - Swatch Moonswatch - Jaeger-Lecoultre Reverso - Cartier Santos-Dumont - TAG Heuer Monaco - Philippe Patek Calatrava - Omega Flightmaster