Reading Time: 4 minutes14 October 2024, Gaydon, UK: Aston Martin is proud to present the DB12 Goldfinger Edition, crafted by the ultra-luxury marque’s bespoke personalisation service, Q by Aston Martin, in celebration of 60 years of the iconic association between Aston Martin and the James Bond film franchise.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 5 minutesInspired by a 1957 model, the Patrimony collection launched in 2004 pays tribute to the grand watchmaking tradition, concealing a complex construction beneath its understated aesthetic. The collection’s 20th anniversary celebration concludes with the new Patrimony self-winding reference in a 100-piece limited edition, the result of a collaboration with designer OraContinue Reading
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn a joint development project, IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed the first watch cases made from a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) material. Fibre-reinforced ceramics combine the hardness and scratch-resistance of conventional ceramic with the benefits of fibre composite materials, like high damage tolerance and extremeContinue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the new episode of the ‘A New Era’ docuseries, the French marque delves into the heart of what makes the Tourbillon¹ a true masterpiece and a forerunner of a new era of hyper sports cars: its completely new Bugatti platform. Carefully crafted to express the pursuit of engineering excellence,Continue Reading
Reading Time: 7 minutesAfter the Paris Olympics, Oris and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Yusra Mardini says she’s determined to change the lives of the world’s displaced people for the better.Continue Reading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWe’re beyond excited to share that Jean-Pierre Hagmann has been recognized by the prestigious Gaïa Prize in the Craftmanship, Creation category for his incredible contributions to watchmaking. Throughout his remarkable career, Jean-Pierre continues to push the craft of watch case making, all while staying true to traditional techniques.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 2 minutesDe Bethune is proud to announce the beginning of the Heritage Collection Tour, a unique exhibition showcasing 13 exceptional historical timepieces curated by the De Bethune‘s founder and master watchmaker, Denis Flageollet. After a successful inauguration in Geneva in August 2024, this prestigious collection will now embark on a global tour, makingContinue Reading
Reading Time: 7 minutesA collection of exceptional watches will be offered at Christie’s Rare Watches auction on 11 November to benefit The European Leukodystrophy Association (ELA), which supports research into leukodystrophies and the families affected by these diseases. Andersen Genève x BCHH, ArtyA, Atelier Haute Complication, Bovet, Girard-Perregaux, Konstantin Chaykin, Louis Erard, Montblanc,Continue Reading
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis November, Natasha Tontey (b. Indonesia, 1989) will unveil Primate Visions: Macaque Macabre at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (Museum MACAN), Jakarta, commissioned by Audemars Piguet Contemporary. This expansive new installation —the artist’s first solo exhibition in an institutional context—will explore the multi-layered connection between humansContinue Reading
Reading Time: 2 minutesHong Kong, Geneva, Dubai, New York — Christie’s is delighted to announce a series of exclusive watch auctions to be held in Hong Kong, Geneva, Dubai, and New York during the second half of the year. These sales will showcase a curated selection of important and rare watches, affirming Christie’sContinue Reading
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the annals of motorsport, few cars have proved as successful as the Bugatti Type 35, which made its competition debut 100 years ago. As a race car, the Type 35 was utterly without equal. Ettore Bugatti’s visionary design and engineering principles, coupled with his relentless pursuit of perfection, resultedContinue Reading