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A few years ago, I read an article on how men can elevate their style game and look more professional. One of the first things mentioned was, "Wear a watch."
When we talk about watches the focus is on the mechanism, design, history behind it. The fact that watches remain some of the most gifted items its often overlooked Truth be told watches have been given as gifts for centuries. If you give someone a watch as a gift it sends out a message of value, even more, when you gi
Painting. [Man holding a watch] / [Maso da San Friano?]. - nd. [1558-1560]. - Oil on panel; 117 x 92.1x 3.5 cm. - Formerly attributed to Venetian artist Sebastiano del Piombo who died in 1547. This work has since been attributed to the Florentine artist Maso di San Friano (Tommaso Manzuoli, 1532/6-1571/5). - Three wax seals on verso of panel carry arms of the Hapsburg-Lorraine family, perhaps one of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany and Medici arms on one of the quarterings. - This is an early depiction of a 16th century watch (not a tableclock). - Portrait, TQL; an unidentified man holds a German, drum-shaped watch with chapters marked I to XII in Roman on an outer ring and 13 to 24 in Arabic numerals on an inner ring. The hinged, pierced cover of the gilt metal case is open. A looped tape passes through the pendant for suspension of the watch round the neck. A detached alarm mechanism stands on three feet on the table, surmounted by a bell and alongside, a carrying case. The owner is finely dressed, his left hand brc. rests on the head of a dog; Renaissance period
30x30 cm in frame and passepartout 50x50cm
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Shift Hybrid is a watch based on automotive engineering featuring elements like disc brakes, speedometers, seat belts, and gear shifts. The materials used are also found in cars. Parts like aluminium, carbon fibre, stainless steel, rubber, and glass. Take a look after the jump and see if you can spot all the automotive influences. The
Entrepreneur: James Cox (British, ca. 1723–1800). Date: ca. 1766–72. Culture: British, London. Medium: Case: agate, with gold mounts, gilded brass, pear...
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First time ive had the chance to wear it today - and im absolutely astonished at the quality, the fit and the finish. My Ulysse Nardin is "no better" than this baby, also its one of those that looks so much better in person. Great watch - at around 1k (second hand, they are no longer made) you will not find better - and i mean that. I cant upload pics at work - due to the IT Police - but if someone could then i would appreciate it!.
Bell & Ross - BR 05 Automatic 40mm Stainless Steel Watch, Ref. No. BRO5A-BR-ST/SST
In this tutorial, I will tell and show in detail how to draw a watch. The instruction includes eight simple steps.
