Breguet: Art and Innovation in Watchmaking
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This dazzling exploration of the work of renowned horologist Breguet is also a fascinating look at what makes watches and other time pieces tick. Abraham-Louis Breguet invented many of the standard components of today s most prestigious watches, earning the title The Father of Modern Horology. The self-winding watch, the gong spring, the first shock-protection device and the enameled dial all were created by Breguet. In addition, he invented the first travel clock, sold to Napoleon Bonaparte in 1798 and the first wristwatch, delivered to Caroline Murat, queen of Naples in 1812. Perhaps Breguet s most famous timepiece is the Marie-Antoinette pocket watch, which took forty years to make and was the most complex watch of its time. This fascinating, elegantly designed volume features more than seventy watches and clocks that were constructed by the Breguet company, and it contains many insights into the inner workings that made these objects so innovative and valuable. Engaging essays explore Breguet s personal history, the technologies he perfected and his vast international reputation which survives to this day. This beautiful overview of Breguet s achievements will speak to anyone who treasures their watch whether as an indispensable daily accessory, or as a prized piece of jewellery. Published in association with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Review: lovely book great text and super photographs - what did I like or dislike---there is absolutely nothing to dislike: so I liked the text, it covered technicalities without talking down or making me yawn and backed up the text with such a fine set of photographs. I greatly admired The organisation of the book with timeline section , a glossary with clear explanations and a -never seen it before- illustrated checklist Review: Horoloporn - Horoloporn This book was published as an accompaniment to an exhibition in San Francisco. It is a sumptuous book which gets the balance right between technical detail and lively anecdotal biography. The pictures are absolutely stunning. Breguet's watches are very elegant in comparison to the rather busy and bling-like quality prevalent in English watches of the time. By contrast, English Bracket clocks of that era were understated and elegeant; French equivalents were gaudy and bauble-strewn. Would love to own one of his guilloche watches with the eccentric subsidiary dials. Probably beyond my price range, but an example by one of his pupils might be more realistic.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 72 Reviews |
B**L
lovely book great text and super photographs
what did I like or dislike---there is absolutely nothing to dislike: so I liked the text, it covered technicalities without talking down or making me yawn and backed up the text with such a fine set of photographs. I greatly admired The organisation of the book with timeline section , a glossary with clear explanations and a -never seen it before- illustrated checklist
S**L
Horoloporn
Horoloporn This book was published as an accompaniment to an exhibition in San Francisco. It is a sumptuous book which gets the balance right between technical detail and lively anecdotal biography. The pictures are absolutely stunning. Breguet's watches are very elegant in comparison to the rather busy and bling-like quality prevalent in English watches of the time. By contrast, English Bracket clocks of that era were understated and elegeant; French equivalents were gaudy and bauble-strewn. Would love to own one of his guilloche watches with the eccentric subsidiary dials. Probably beyond my price range, but an example by one of his pupils might be more realistic.
D**E
Very good work
This showcases the genius of Breguet with some beautiful pictures and potted histories. It's not a biography of the man or a detailed examination of his production methods... but it's not meant to be. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
N**K
An excallant present
I purchased this book for a friends Christmas present. He is a watch fanatic and was 'over the moon' when he received it.
C**B
Stunning!
Beautiful book - it is difficult to believe that these superb watches were designed and made some 200 years ago......
J**P
Five Stars
Great book delivered promptly.
M**R
A Breguet Museum Inside A Beautiful Book
2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the watch company Breguet founded. With the rare ability to excel at art, commerce, math, and science, many consider him to be the greatest watchmaker of all time. This book gives a great overview of Breguet, his inventions, business associations, and a nice gallery of many of his timepieces, which is like walking through a museum. I would like to see some of the modern watches the company produces, but this is a wonderful book nonetheless.
ク**チ
ブレゲの歴史が詰まっています
著者にはBreguetの子孫のEmmanuel氏もおり、ブレゲの歴史を知るには良い本と言えます。 ただし、掲載されている時計はアンティークのポケットウォッチ主体で、最近の腕時計が知りたい人にはお勧め出来ません。 また、本書は洋書ですので、もちろん英語表記です。
E**O
ottimo
splendido! condizioni perfette, immagini meravigliose, testo interessante. consegna rapida ed imballo maniacalmente curato.
W**N
EXCELENTE
Interessante se inteirar sobre a história de Breguet um dos maiores relojoeiros que já tivemos e o livro possui fotos espetaculares de alguns dos seus relógios.
G**Z
Libro bien ilustrado y que te informa de la historia del joyero
Tal ves la marca mas icónica del mundo relojero por el desarrollo y los aportes de Breget, buena compra a un excelente precio
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