For this update of the original edition of 2014, the British historian and journalist Nicholas Foulkes has selected the 100 peak timepieces developed by the advent of the twentieth century, evaluating the virtues of rarity, cost, innovative functions, of historical importance, of great origin and pleasant design. The clock, a microcosm of hundreds of tiny components that interact harmoniously with each other and are enclosed in a precious metal case, has the power to awaken emotions, excite the imagination and inspire the same passion as the great art. The beautiful timepieces invite us to participate in a story, and the narrative that these 100 specimens propose to us is that of one of the most exciting and dynamic periods of the history of humanity. A true and propulate work of art indispensable for the watchmaking worldwide enthusiasts.

Number of pages

168 pages

Number of illustrations

150

TONGUE

English

RELEASED

December 2022

Size

L 40 x l 47 x p 8 cm

Cover materials

Hand -worked volume in a luxurious rubber

Conchiglia with metal plate

ISBN

9781649801869

WEIGHT

8.3 kg

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