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Rolex Philosophy
Mara Cappelletti
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Rolex, the great creation of inventor and entrepreneur Hans
Wilsdorf, is a worldwide phenomenon. This rich photobook uses
images, direct testimonials, unpublished interviews,
contemporaneous ads, archive materials and excellent narration to
recount the path from the inception of this world-famous watch
brand to the present day. Follow the evolutionary path of the
innovative techniques and extraordinary designs that made Rolex the
powerhouse it is today. Discover the true and unique, inimitable
Rolex philosophy – the identity at the heart of a century-long
success. Written by author and jewellery expert Maria Cappelletti,
Rolex Philosophy is a meticulously illustrated journey through all
things Rolex. With technical details, auction results, and
background insights, this is a must-have for all collectors and
enthusiasts.
Time is a great mystery. A changeable element, which expands or
vanishes, but that appears concrete as it is marked by the passing
of seconds, minutes, hours, days, and years. The path toward the
capture of minutes and seconds coincided with the phases of
scientific evolution that allowed man to manufacture watches that
are increasingly reliable, but that are also in tune with changes
in customs, social needs, and aesthetic canons. This book covers
the art of watch manufactory as well as 60 great models, covering
both their technical evolution and style trends. In each chapter
in-depth studies will guide the reader to the history of the most
important manufacturers, the personalities linked to the models
treated, technical innovations, styles of the period, or records
achieved by the wristwatches: from the watch that helped Charles
Lindbergh during the first transatlantic solo flight, to the one
worn by Sir Edmund Hillary on the top of Mount Everest, the most
iconic models will be discussed in detail.
"Absolutely essential for all the connoisseurs and Rolex lovers." -
Laura Astrologo Porche, celebremagazine world Why do we collect?
For some, it is a pursuit of pure passion - those who appreciate
the wristwatch as an artform: the intricacy of its mechanics, the
finesse of its form. Yet for others, collecting is an investment,
and a watch's value is of as much importance as its appearance. All
collectors ought to have a guide to models and market value. Rolex:
Investing in Wristwatches offers detailed insights into the world
of authenticating and pricing high-value wristwatches, which will
be of use to collectors from amateur to connoisseur. This
publication includes the vast majority of key Rolex models, along
with their relevant auction results. The timepieces featured have
been carefully selected by Senior Horological Expert, Osvaldo
Patrizzi. These wristwatches excel for a diverse range of reasons,
including technical excellence, auction records, design and
anecdotal history. A description of each watch is accompanied by
its picture, reference and sales values (rights included). A
comparative analysis of auction results, compiled through close
collaboration with the Sotheby's auction house, shows, by brand and
timepiece, the evolution of prices over time, leading from the
Eighties up to the present day. A system to calculate the currency
exchange rate at the time of auction sales will also be included in
this vital work of reference.
Patek Philippe: Investing in Wristwatches offers detailed insights
into the world of authenticating and pricing high-value
wristwatches, for all collectors from amateur to connoisseur. This
publication includes the vast majority of key Patek models, along
with their relevant auction results. Each timepiece has been
carefully selected by legendary horological expert Osvaldo
Patrizzi. These wristwatches excel for a diverse range of reasons,
including technical excellence, auction records, design and
anecdotal history. A description of each watch is accompanied by
its picture, reference and sales values (rights included). The
follow-up to Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex, this vital and
comprehensive work of reference also includes a system to calculate
the currency exchange rate at the time of auction sales. And a
comparative analysis of auction results, compiled through close
collaboration with the Sotheby’s auction house, shows the
evolution of prices from the ’80s up to the present day.
The history of Rolex is inextricably linked to its founder Hans
Wilsdorf, who took the first steps in the world of Swiss
watchmaking as he dreamed about a timepiece that could be worn
around the wrist. This experimental research led Rolex to achieve
its highest goals in both technological innovation and in the use
of the finest materials alone. Its models have been photographed on
the wrists of political leaders, sports champions, and film and
fashion celebrities, transforming each Rolex into a fully-fledged
status symbol, a synonym of elegance and precision. Including
essays with a historical and technical slant, in-depth descriptions
of the most representative pieces and a brief glossary, the pages
in this book sparkle with golden hands, diamond-studded dials and
patent-leather watchbands, illustrated in period photographs and
macro-detail. The volume ends with a chapter dedicated to the most
amazing auctions that saw the sale of the Geneva-based company's
vintage watches. (Reprinting 10.02.2020)
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