Book Catalog

From the cobbled streets of Rome to the storied salons of Place Vendôme, this sweeping history traces the improbable journey of one of fashion's most audacious houses. Follow Elsa Schiaparelli's rise as she shocked the world with her signature pink, collaborated with Surrealist icons, and reshaped couture—before war and changing tides forced her doors closed for decades. Then witness the house's stunning rebirth under Diego Della Valle and its bold contemporary reinvention through the visionary hand of Daniel Roseberry. A compelling portrait of art, commerce, and the enduring power of creative daring.

From a modest workshop in the Swiss Jura to the wrists of aviators and adventurers worldwide, Breitling SA charts the rise of one of watchmaking's most storied names. Follow the brand's technical breakthroughs, its enduring bond with aviation, the iconic Navitimer, and its resilience through the quartz crisis that reshaped the industry. Richly detailed chapters on manufacturing, collections, and a tour of the modern manufacture offer enthusiasts and curious readers alike a comprehensive look inside a horological powerhouse. A compelling read for anyone drawn to precision, innovation, and the enduring romance of the mechanical watch.

Step inside the workshop of Abraham-Louis Breguet, the legendary horologist whose inventions transformed timekeeping and captivated the courts of Europe. From the birth of the tourbillon to the marine chronometers that guided navies across oceans, this richly detailed history traces the artistry, engineering, and unmistakable style that defined a watchmaking dynasty. Along the way, readers meet the monarchs, statesmen, and cultural icons who wore Breguet on their wrists, and discover how the maison weathered centuries of change to become a cornerstone of modern luxury. An essential companion for collectors, design enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the enduring craft of fine watchmaking.

From a young Bohemian immigrant's small jewelry shop in Lower Manhattan to the wrist of an astronaut on the lunar surface, the story of Bulova is a sweeping chronicle of American ingenuity, ambition, and timekeeping mastery. This richly detailed history traces more than a century of horological breakthroughs—including the revolutionary Accutron tuning fork movement—alongside the company's pioneering forays into radio advertising, sports sponsorship, and military production. Along the way, readers discover how Bulova navigated the disruptive quartz crisis, evolving ownership, and shifting consumer tastes to remain a fixture of modern watchmaking. An essential read for collectors, business historians, and anyone captivated by the enduring intersection of craft and commerce.

Nestled in the Val-de-Travers, Parmigiani Fleurier stands as one of haute horology's most distinctive independent houses—a maison born from restoration mastery and shaped by an unlikely foundation partnership. This exploration traces Michel Parmigiani's remarkable journey from painstaking conservator of antique timepieces to founder of a fully integrated Swiss manufacture, examining the technical philosophy, architectural vision, and design sensibilities that define the brand. From the workshops of Fleurier to the movements that power some of the world's most complicated watches, readers are given an intimate look at how craftsmanship, patronage, and innovation converge. A thoughtful portrait of a quietly ambitious house charting its own course in contemporary watchmaking.

Journey through the vertical landscapes and layered cultures of Switzerland in this sweeping exploration of a nation shaped by its mountains. From the precision of watchmaking cantons to the audacity of railways carved into cliffs, from glacial forces sculpting the terrain to the transhumance rhythms of alpine herders, each chapter reveals how geography and ingenuity intertwine. A thoughtful guide for armchair travelers, engineers, and anyone curious about how a small country balances neutrality, linguistic diversity, and life lived at altitude.

From the crisp air of the Swiss Alps to the bustling watchmaking benches of nineteenth-century New York, this sweeping corporate history traces the remarkable journey of Wittnauer, a name synonymous with precision timekeeping for over 150 years. Follow the company through its founding vision, its critical contributions to military and aviation instruments, and the mid-century design innovations that made its timepieces icons of style. The narrative continues through the seismic shifts of the quartz era and a series of corporate reinventions, closing with a look at Wittnauer's enduring appeal among today's collectors. A meticulously researched tribute to craftsmanship, commerce, and the changing tides of an industry.

From the mist-shrouded valleys of the Swiss Jura to the wrists of divers and collectors worldwide, this comprehensive history traces the remarkable journey of Aquastar SA and its pioneering role in waterproof timekeeping. Readers are guided through the brand's technical innovations, distinctive design evolution, and the intricate movement engineering that set it apart in a competitive industry. With chapters devoted to global distribution, collector valuation, and modern manufacturing practices, this book offers both horological enthusiasts and business readers a detailed portrait of a storied watchmaker. An essential volume for anyone fascinated by the intersection of craftsmanship, commerce, and enduring Swiss precision.