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Chanel Eternal Instant

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Chanel Eternal Instant delves into the history and design of Chanel's revolutionary J12 watch, a modern classic in women's watchmaking. Author Nicholas Foulkes highlights how the J12 transformed ceramic into a precious material and challenged two centuries of watchmaking traditions with its innovative artistry and technical finesse. The book features 108 colour illustrations, showcasing the model's evolution over more than twenty years as a symbol of daring and refined elegance.
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This volume appeals to enthusiasts of luxury watches, fashion connoisseurs, design aficionados, and those interested in the intersection of art and horology.

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A rich celebration of the dynamic spirit and beauty of Chanel’s modern classic J12 watch.

A rich celebration of the dynamic spirit and beauty of Chanel's modern classic J12 watch

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Chanel Eternal Instant by Nicholas Foulkes delves into the remarkable evolution of Chanel's J12 watch, which revolutionised the standards of watches for women by blending technical sophistication with the allure of modern design. The J12 has become a classic watchmaking icon of the twenty-first century.

Since its inception just over twenty years ago, the J12 has drawn inspiration from Chanel's ambition to challenge conventions by merging a daring artistic approach with impeccable technical finesse. The J12 transformed ceramic into a precious material, rewriting two centuries of watchmaking history with its innovative brilliance.

Nicholas Foulkes, a noted watch connoisseur, provides a text that explores the extraordinary conception, execution, and history of the Chanel J12. Enhanced by a strikingly original selection of fine photographs, this volume celebrates twenty years of the most beautiful and technically refined watches ever worn on the wrist.

With 108 illustrations in colour.

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Reviews highlight the book's celebration of elegance and style: 10 Magazine calls it 'a true homage to the sheer elegance the timepiece upholds today,' while the Sunday Times recommends it for photography and fashion fans who appreciate this iconic watch.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500023945

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 108 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 325.0mm

Weight: 1380g

Pages: 152

About the Author

Nicholas Foulkes is the author of many books on the arts and history. He contributes to a wide range of newspapers and magazines around the world, including the FT's How To Spend It Magazine, Vanity Fair, Country Life and British GQ. He launched and continues to edit Vanity Fair's twice yearly watch magazine On Time.

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