Author: Jean-Claude SabrierPublisher:
ISBN: 9782940239122
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Frédéric Houriet : the Father of Swiss Chronometry
Author: Jean-Claude SabrierPublisher:
ISBN: 9782940239122
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
NAWCC Bulletin
Author: A Guide to Complicated Watches
Author: François LecoultrePublisher:
ISBN: 9782881750014
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
All in Good Time
Author: George DanielsPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 0857732846
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description
All in Good Time is the remarkable story of George Daniels (1926-2011), the master craftsman, who was born into poverty but raised himself to become the greatest watchmaker of the twentieth century. Daniels stands alone in modern times as the inventor of the revolutionary co-axial escapement, the first substantial advance in portable mechanical timekeeping over the lever escapement, which has dominated ever since its invention in 1759. Daniels's love of mechanics embraced not only the minute, however - he was also a passionate collector and driver of historic motorcars. This revised and expanded edition of his autobiography also contains a new section that illustrates and discusses over thirty of the pocket and wrist-watches Daniels himself made over the years. Witness here the triumph of intelligence, ingenuity, matchless skill and singularity of purpose over the most unpromising of beginnings.
Watchmakers
Author: Maxima GalleryPublisher: Antique Collector's Club
ISBN: 9781851499076
Category : ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Watchmakers: The Masters of Art Horology gathers the work of the most celebrated independent watchmakers in the world. Thirteen artisans, each a legend in the realm of haute horlogerie, tell their stories, describing the traditional working methods and prized watches upon which their reputations have been built. Photographs of the masters in their workshops bring their stories to life, along with detailed sketches and images of their watches in all their brilliant intricacy. Watchmakers also features insightful text from other leading figures of the independent watchmaking world, including Aurel Bacs of the Fondation Haute Horlogerie and Nicholas Faulkes, writer for Vanity Fair, The Telegraph and GQ, and author of the only authorised biography of Patek Philippe"--Provided by publisher
The Jürgensen Dynasty
Author: John M. R. KnudsenPublisher: Urban Jurgensen S. A.
ISBN: 9788787036887
Category : Clock and watch makers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
`The Jurgensen Dynasty¿ represents four generations of extraordinary watchmakers working in two countries: Denmark and Switzerland. Urban Jurgensen (1776-1830) is perhaps the most renowned member of the family. He was among the most innovative personalities of the Danish Golden Age and internationally one of the most prominent watchmakers of his time. His contributions to the development of horology were significant and he was one of the first watchmakers and inventors to be recognised by the scientific establishment with his innovations in technology and science earning him a place in the Royal Danish Academy of science. In this manner, the book presents a broader cultural aspect of Danish history than the title at first suggests. It is a document of the art of watchmaking, as it is still exercised by the continuing production of Urban Jurgensen and Sonner timepieces today.
Innovations in Astronomy
Author: Tony JonesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Innovations in Astronomy charts a century of mind-bending discoveries. This essential handbook leaves you poised on the brink of what are sure to be ever-greater break-throughs. Readers will discover: Henrietta Leavitt's 1912 work that led to the discovery of the universe's true size -- Internet resources, such as Ask an Astronaut and Gong Show -- the launching of the Mars Pathfinder in 1996 -- nearly 600 scientific terms and concepts -- the 1995-founded European Space Agency's Infrared Space Observatory -- the major ground-based observatories and telescopes -- Edwin Hubble's discovery of the existence of galaxies outside our own and how his theory of an expanding universe came to be accepted -- numerous diagrams and helpful illustrations -- important space missions -- index
Breguet
Author: Emmanuel BreguetPublisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 3791354671
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This dazzling exploration of the work of renowned horologist Breguet is also a fascinating look at what makes watches and other timepieces 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 jewelry.
Pocket Compendium of Australian Statistics
Author: 100 Superlative Rolex Watches
Author: John GoldbergerPublisher: Damiani Limited
ISBN: 9788862080316
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
William Kennedy (1814–1890) was an explorer and fur trader. In 1851 he was recommended to Lady Franklin as the commander of her second sponsored expedition in search of her husband, Arctic explorer Sir John Franklin (1786–1847), who had not returned from his 1845 expedition to chart the remaining unexplored section of the Arctic and the Northwest Passage. This volume, first published in 1853, contains Kennedy's account of his 1851 Arctic expedition to rescue Sir John Franklin. Written in the form of a diary, Kennedy describes in detail the hazardous conditions of the Arctic. The crew's experiences including snow blindness, frostbite, scurvy and explorations of land on foot accompanied by Husky dogs are described in detail. Kennedy's use of Inuit survival methods and the type of provisions which were used are also described, providing valuable insights into early nineteenth century methods of Arctic exploration.