Rare Watches

Name: Rare Watches
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781840917833
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Explore the World's Most Exquisite Timepieces

By Paul Miquel

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Rare Watches by Paul Miquel explores the world of exceptional timepieces, showcasing a variety of unique and historical watches. The book takes the reader on a journey through the artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation behind these rare items, highlighting their significance within the realm of horology. Ideal for watch enthusiasts and art admirers, it offers insights into the cultural and technical aspects of these exquisite creations.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for horology and appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship behind unique and historically significant timepieces. This book will appeal to those intrigued by the cultural and artistic elements of watchmaking and collectors interested in rare and extraordinary watches.

Rare Watches

A beautifully packaged look at the world's most sought-after timepieces, with detailed photography of every example.

Description

Forewords by Jean-Claude Biver (CEO of Tag Heuer) and Aurel Bacs (Christie's and Phillips auctioneers).

This breathtaking book explores more than 50 of the rarest watches in the world, including unique examples of which only a single model exists. From watches that have set new records in auction houses, to feats of modern technology and engineering, via iconic models worn by figures such as Elvis Presley and James Bond, Rare Watches appeals to professionals, collectors, and amateurs alike.

The photography in this book is published in collaboration with high-end auction houses and watch manufacturers, displaying some of the rarest, most expensive, and sought-after watches in the world in incredible detail.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781840917833

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Conran Octopus Ltd

Illustration: More than 150 photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 342.0mm

Weight: 2393g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference Home & Garden Non-Fiction Paul Miquel

About the Author

Paul Miquel is editor-in-chief of Sport&Style, the lifestyle magazine of French sports daily L'Equipe. He was previously the timepiece columnist at GQ, and has acted as a consultant for a number of Swiss watch manufacturers.

Aurel Bacs was head of the watch department at Christie's before co-founding Bins & Russo, a company that provides expertise to watch collectors and manufacturers. He currently works as an auctioneer at Phillips auction house.

Jean-Claude Biver is chairman of Hublot, and runs TAG Heuer as well as the LVMH Watches division. He has contributed to the success of many brands and has revolutionized the Swiss watch industry.