At Jaquet Droz, the emotive is intimately linked to the aesthetic. The dials are designed in such a way as to give excellent legibility, giving them their distinguished appearance.
Style dictates that a watch brimming with gems from the hands of the finest craftspeople should be powered by a mechanism that does the maison that signed the dial proud.
Inspired by the famous urban constructions vying with each other in terms of height and daring, Pierre DeRoche pays tribute to the gravity-defying skylines of our modern cities.
The connoisseur now faces a choice: one of the most exquisite watches in the world, the Grande Complication from IWC, is available in platinum, in yellow gold and now also in a rose gold case.
Since its successful launch in 2006, Brasilia has been gracing the international watchmaking stage with its harmonious elegant lines, inherent chic, and inimitably soft, silky feel.
The new Epos ‘Collection Emotion’ brings a breath of fresh air. As well as two automatic models, it includes three chronographs, a full-date version and a fascinating regulator.
A date with the future! A pioneer in the use of new materials, the Manufacture Audemars Piguet once again blazes a new trail with its Royal Oak Carbon Concept Tourbillon and Chronograph.
At Jaquet Droz, the emotive is intimately linked to the aesthetic. The dials are designed in such a way as to give excellent legibility, giving them their distinguished appearance. In 1785, Jaquet Droz created the iconic model of the brand, the “Grande Seconde”, and gave shape to a new way of perceiving space. It is the course of the seconds hand that provides us with the best visualisation of the passing of Time, established many centuries ago.
The EPOS ‘Collection Sportive’ has been extended with the arrival of the 3389, a model that is available in three versions, reflecting the characteristic design of the highly successful Chronograph 3388 launched in 2007. This avant-garde watch epitomises not only pure power, luxury and good taste but also strength and durability. The self-winding ETA 2824 mechanical movement comes in three versions, the 3389sk being particularly fascinating with the skeleton movement visible from the front through the open dial.
BEDAT & Cº’s latest creation upholds the brand’s commitment to intricacy in craftsmanship and purity of style. The development of the 394 timepiece, is an important milestone in William Devine’s strategy for BEDAT & Cº. He has taken a bold step into the future, exploring new territories in watch design, whilst remaining true to the values that form the cornerstone of BEDAT & Cº. The 394 is the latest evolution from the N°3 collection and representative of the company’s belief in developing innovative timepieces inspired by Art Deco traditions with a contemporary expression. The interchangeable feature of the 394 gives the design of this timepiece a unique and innovative twist.
The elegant, streamlined form, innovative indications, and ergonomic functions of Chapter One belie the incredible complexity of its unique movement and the compound-curve sophistication of its case.
Geneva, May 20, 2008, Antiquorum, the world’s leading watch auctioneer, today announced that along with the sale of Artist House Holding’s equity position to the Hong Kong company, Forever Most Investment Ltd., it has also successfully completed its planned capital increase.
Following its highly successful spring auctions, Antiquorum’s upcoming June 7 sale of Important Collectors’ Watches, Pocket Watches & Clocks will present more than 400 exceptional timepieces. The catalogue features rare watches spanning several centuries of fine watchmaking, including brands such as Patek Philippe, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, IWC, Panerai, Jaeger-LeCoultre
Zurich, 17th April 2008 – The watch specially designed by Hublot for referees officiating at the Euro 2008 matches will be presented to them today in Zurich by Hublot CEO, Jean-Claude Biver. All 44 referees will thus become the proud owners of an exclusive watch, not available for sale. The movement has been specially adapted by the watchmaking brand to the time of a match. The dial displays 45 minutes, plus 15 minutes of ext ra play, while the time can be read from the centre of the dial.