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OverviewThe 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. AUTHOR: Mara Cappelletti, journalist and consultant for many publications by antiquarians and jewellery historians, she is also a professor of the history of jewellery at the Istituto Superiore di Arte Orafa Galdus. In collaboration with Osvaldo Patrizzi, watch collector and world-class watch expert. SELLING POINTS: . The history, icons, and the record-breaking models of the Geneva-based Rolex watch company . A lavishly illustrated book for the lovers of watches, elegance and precision 150 colour illustrations Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mara Cappelletti , Osvaldo PatrizziPublisher: ACC Art Books Imprint: ACC Art Books Dimensions: Width: 23.50cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 1.135kg ISBN: 9781851497836ISBN 10: 1851497838 Pages: 152 Publication Date: 24 January 2020 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsThis book is a must-have for watch collectors and anyone who appreciates storied and celebrated brands.--Joshua Espinoza Complex, December 30, 2014 Author InformationMara Cappelletti, journalist and consultant for many publications by antiquarians and jewellery historians, she is also a professor of the history of jewellery at the Istituto Superiore di Arte Orafa Galdus. In collaboration with Osvaldo Patrizzi, watch collector and world-class watch expert. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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