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Watch Collection (#7)

Timeless Elegance: From the intricate Kinecar to the precision of Rolex, watches have always been a symbol of sophistication and style

Background imageWatch Collection: Merrie England: The marching of the watch (litho)

Merrie England: The marching of the watch (litho)
8642423 Merrie England: The marching of the watch (litho) by Pearse, Alfred (19th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The marching of the watch)

Background imageWatch Collection: Human invention anticipated: The escapement (engraving)

Human invention anticipated: The escapement (engraving)
8657881 Human invention anticipated: The escapement (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The escapement)

Background imageWatch Collection: Album 'Photographs of London': View of Parliament and Big Ben

Album "Photographs of London": View of Parliament and Big Ben
3563223 Album "Photographs of London": View of Parliament and Big Ben by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1890 ca)

Background imageWatch Collection: Portrait of a Man, 1868 (oil on fabric)

Portrait of a Man, 1868 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879710 Portrait of a Man, 1868 (oil on fabric) by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922); 80.1x65.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Leon Bonnat)

Background imageWatch Collection: New York woman stealing from a sleeping man in the park (engraving)

New York woman stealing from a sleeping man in the park (engraving)
8664227 New York woman stealing from a sleeping man in the park (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pirate of the parks)

Background imageWatch Collection: Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky

Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch
538161 Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad

Background imageWatch Collection: The Optical Illusion. 1794 (engraving). by Louis Leopold Boilly (1761-1845). L'Optique

The Optical Illusion. 1794 (engraving). by Louis Leopold Boilly (1761-1845). L'Optique
5306106 The Optical Illusion. 1794 (engraving). by Louis Leopold Boilly (1761-1845). L'Optique; (add.info.: The Optical Illusion. 1794 (engraving). by Louis Leopold Boilly (1761-1845)

Background imageWatch Collection: Amazing and Muscadin, fashionable French men of the Directory era, 1796

Amazing and Muscadin, fashionable French men of the Directory era, 1796. The Incredible holds a monocle and cudgel
FLO4572577 Amazing and Muscadin, fashionable French men of the Directory era, 1796. The Incredible holds a monocle and cudgel and wears two watches from his belt

Background imageWatch Collection: Pocket chronometer: Relic of Sir John Franklin's last expedition 1845-48

Pocket chronometer: Relic of Sir John Franklin's last expedition 1845-48. 19th century (silver, enamel)
7295500 Pocket chronometer: Relic of Sir John Franklin's last expedition 1845-48. 19th century (silver, enamel) by British School, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageWatch Collection: Albertina and Watch, Victorian, English, 19th century (gold)

Albertina and Watch, Victorian, English, 19th century (gold)
PFR121560 Albertina and Watch, Victorian, English, 19th century (gold); Private Collection; © Paul Freeman; © Paul Freeman; out of copyright

Background imageWatch Collection: View of Campidoglio with the Palazzo Senatorio, Rome

View of Campidoglio with the Palazzo Senatorio, Rome
3560773 View of Campidoglio with the Palazzo Senatorio, Rome by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Piazza del Campidoglio, Rome 1870 ca)

Background imageWatch Collection: W.H. Fairbanks, Frank G. Carpenter, Tom Magowan, and Mr. MacPherson, between c1900 and 1916

W.H. Fairbanks, Frank G. Carpenter, Tom Magowan, and Mr. MacPherson, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
W.H. Fairbanks, Frank G. Carpenter, Tom Magowan, and Mr. MacPherson, between c1900 and 1916

Background imageWatch Collection: Tom Magowan and Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Tom Magowan and Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Tom Magowan and Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916

Background imageWatch Collection: Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Bill McFee, between c1900 and 1916

Background imageWatch Collection: 7 : 39 and Hide

7 : 39 and Hide
hardibudi

Background imageWatch Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Robert Kubica (POL) BMW Sauber F1.07. Formula One World Championship, Rd 5, Monaco Grand Prix, Qualifying Day, Monte-Carlo, Monaco, Saturday 26 May 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

Background imageWatch Collection: 1988 British GP

1988 British GP
SILVERSTONE, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 10: Ayrton Senna, McLaren MP4-4 Honda, in the pits during the British GP at Silverstone on July 10, 1988 in Silverstone, United Kingdom

Background imageWatch Collection: Eleven

Eleven
Roland Weber

Background imageWatch Collection: MAX TIME

MAX TIME
Mihai Bogdan R

Background imageWatch Collection: The Squeeze of Time

The Squeeze of Time
Peter Hammer

Background imageWatch Collection: Bronze Horseman

Bronze Horseman
Andrey Morozov

Background imageWatch Collection: Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya

Background imageWatch Collection: Seller of antiques and used materials

Seller of antiques and used materials
Bashar Alsofey

Background imageWatch Collection: London St Pancras

London St Pancras
Danilo Wyder

Background imageWatch Collection: Time

Time
Özden SEVİM

Background imageWatch Collection: Time

Time
Yu Zijun

Background imageWatch Collection: Maryam Zahirimehr

Maryam Zahirimehr

Background imageWatch Collection: Break time

Break time
Jaroslav Filipi

Background imageWatch Collection: Geropogon Ttime

Geropogon Ttime
Saleh Swid

Background imageWatch Collection: Three O'Clock

Three O'Clock
Antonyus Bunjamin (Abe)

Background imageWatch Collection: Automotive 2023: Autosport International

Automotive 2023: Autosport International
NATIONAL EXHIBITION CENTRE, UNITED KINGDOM - JANUARY 13: Business Forum at the Autosport International Show during the Autosport International at National Exhibition Centre on January 13

Background imageWatch Collection: Melancholy-3

Melancholy-3
Vladimir Asriyan

Background imageWatch Collection: 3

3
Takashi Suzuki

Background imageWatch Collection: Sleep time

Sleep time
Henk van Maastricht

Background imageWatch Collection: Useless chase

Useless chase
Stephen Clough

Background imageWatch Collection: Birthday

Birthday
Tadatosi Uehara

Background imageWatch Collection: Delicious drink

Delicious drink
Margareth Perfoncio

Background imageWatch Collection: Red Tulips

Red Tulips
Delphine Devos

Background imageWatch Collection: Looking for Something

Looking for Something
Faisal ALnomas

Background imageWatch Collection: The World Within

The World Within
Adrian Popan

Background imageWatch Collection: Stephen Clough

Stephen Clough

Background imageWatch Collection: The March of Time

The March of Time
WilliamA

Background imageWatch Collection: To burn your memories

To burn your memories
Victoria Glinka

Background imageWatch Collection: Mountain village in France

Mountain village in France
Alain Mazalrey

Background imageWatch Collection: What is TIME?

What is TIME?
Victoria Glinka

Background imageWatch Collection: Noir

Noir
Cyrill Theodoroff

Background imageWatch Collection: A quarter of an hour (final photo of the project)

A quarter of an hour (final photo of the project)
Victoria Glinka

Background imageWatch Collection: Time illusion

Time illusion
Victoria Glinka




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Timeless Elegance: From the intricate Kinecar to the precision of Rolex, watches have always been a symbol of sophistication and style. In 1937, Rolex introduced their precision watches, setting a new standard in horology. A glimpse into the past reveals an enchanting advertisement from 1931, showcasing the allure of a Rolex wrist watch. The magic of Verdi's opera captivated audiences in 1953, as they watched with bated breath. Transported to Britain in 1903, we witness a thrilling game of bowls where spectators eagerly follow every move. The joyous melody played by a brass band mesmerizes young boys who can't help but watch in awe. Inspired by Dante's vision of angels, time seems suspended as heavenly beings grace our imagination through artistry and craftsmanship. Amsterdam's Night Watch stands tall as an iconic masterpiece that commands attention even today. Another timeless advertisement from Rolex reminds us that these wristwatches are more than just accessories; they are heirlooms passed down through generations. Stepping into Reading Signal Works' Clock Shop in 1969 takes us on a journey through time itself – reminding us to cherish each passing moment. In moments etched forever in history, such as Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer's wedding day, all eyes were fixed on their wrists adorned with exquisite timepieces – symbols of love and commitment for eternity. Nature too holds its own captivating spectacle as we observe meerkats perched on the edge of Ntwetwe salt pan – vigilant guardians keeping track of time amidst vast landscapes. Whether it be innovation or tradition, art or nature - there is something truly captivating about watching life unfold second by second.