Collectors’ ‘moment of discovery’ drives up watch auction prices

The enduring appeal of mechanical watches: craftsmanship, auctions, and collector culture

A detailed exploration of the watch industry and horology culture, examining the enduring appeal of mechanical timepieces in a digital age.

Collectible Design's Rise at Milan Design Week Reflects Western Design's Retreat to Luxury Objects

The article analyzes the rise of collectible design at Milan Design Week as a reflection of broader trends in Western design. It argues that

A glossary of watch-collecting jargon for the horologically perplexed

Ben Schott, known for his miscellanies, provides a glossary of watch-collecting terminology for the uninitiated. The article explains niche

Navigating Risk and Due Diligence in the High-End Art Market

The article examines the high-end art market, focusing on the risks and challenges facing ultra-high net worth collectors in a "buyer-beware

There’s New Money in Old Masters

Swatch seeks $170mn from Samsung over digital clones of its watches