The Impossible Collection of Watches Book
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For this updated edition of the original 2014 release, British historian and journalist Nicholas Foulkes has selected the 100 innovative watches developed since the turn of the 20th century, weighing up the virtues of rarity, cost, innovative functions, historical importance, provenance, and pleasing design. These miniature machines reflect the incredible technological advances and social changes of the 20th and 21st centuries, from the invention of the airplane to the effects of the two world wars, the advent of space exploration, and the dawn of the digital age. This Ultimate Collection handmade volume comes in a luxury case. With each purchase of Assouline's Ultimate Collection, white gloves and an exclusive tote bag are included. 168 pages 150 illustrations English language Released in December 2022 Measurements: W 39.5 x L 47 x D 8 cm Handcrafted limited edition in a luxury case ISBN: 9781649801869 8.3 kg