The Watch: A Twentieth-Century Style History
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The Watch: A Twentieth-Century Style History by Alexander Barter
Discover the stylistic evolution of the wristwatch in this unparalleled guide to the great watches of the 20th century.
"More than a visual treat, author Alexander Barter backs up the horological eye candy with insight and substantive context..A great gift for watch fans or as a classy coffee table appointment." –Gear Patrol
"Alexander Barter’s new book, The Watch, is the antidote to decades of watch publishing mediocrity…"—Robb Report
"With Christmas, Chanukah and other gift-giving/receiving events nearing, note please the timely (see what I did there?) arrival of a superb new book you’ll want both for yourself and to present to a fellow watch lover. Published this week, The Watch – A Twentieth Century Style History serves both the newbie and the seasoned enthusiast, and it’s a book you’ll leave on coffee-table or bedside for constant referral." —Revolution.com
"Alexander Barter’s new book, The Watch, is the antidote to decades of watch publishing mediocrity…"—Robb Report
"With Christmas, Chanukah and other gift-giving/receiving events nearing, note please the timely (see what I did there?) arrival of a superb new book you’ll want both for yourself and to present to a fellow watch lover. Published this week, The Watch – A Twentieth Century Style History serves both the newbie and the seasoned enthusiast, and it’s a book you’ll leave on coffee-table or bedside for constant referral." —Revolution.com
Alexander Barter spent more than a decade at Sotheby’s watch division, becoming its Deputy Worldwide Head in 2005. In 2009 he founded his own company, Black Bough. He is a member of the Antiquarian Horological Society and is a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers, the oldest surviving horological institution in the world.
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| ISBN 13 | 9783791385068 |
| ISBN 10 | 3791385062 |
| Title | The Watch: A Twentieth-Century Style History |
| Author | Alexander Barter |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Prestel |
| Year published | 2019-09-16 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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