Jaeger-LeCoultre : the story of The Grande Maison /
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| Author / Creator: | Cologni, Franco. |
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| Imprint: | Paris : Flammarion ; [London : Thames & Hudson, distributor], 2006. |
| Description: | 381 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/7546261 |
| Summary: | Self-taught watchmaker and prolific inventor Antoine LeCoultre is one of the greatest personalities in the history of watchmaking. Technological innovations stretching back to 1844--keyless winding systems, shockproof watchcases, the production of miniature components--revolutionized the profession and set standards for the industry. With Parisian stopwatch-maker Edmond Jaeger, he furnished prestigious houses like Vacheron Constantin, Patek Phillipe, and Cartier with movements that made innovative watch design possible. Today Jaeger-LeCoultre preserves its legacy of craftsmanship and is a principal player in precision technologies and design. Using previously unpublished archival material and new photography, Jaeger-LeCoultre traces the history of their historic manufacturer. A catalogue raisonné of the company's famous movement designs and timepieces, including the Reverso and the Atmos, make this an essential reference for all watch collectors. |
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| Physical Description: | 381 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN: | 9782080305404 2080305409 |
