The seventies were a fascinating decade for watchmaking. Influences from the space age and the more carefree spirit of the time had a profound impact on watch design. The dial becomes more and more devoid of graphics, reaching some extremes where the brand signature is the only printed detail found on it. The case instead takes the opposite trend and becomes the true canvas on which watch designers let their imagination run free. Geometric, angular shapes are abundantly used together with textured finish, multi-colored metals and hard stones.

With this in mind, it is obvious how the present piece is one of the most outstanding interpreters of this era: the entire watch is defined by the elaborate finish to both case, dial and bracelet. Interestingly, while the pattern of dial and bezel complement each other, the bracelet offers a different design, showing somewhat of an Arabic influence thanks to the “tapestry-style” finish. Notwithstanding the enormous amount of work involved with the production of such a remarkable piece, the final effect is simply stunning. Not only is this watch a remarkable collector’s piece; it is also a true time machine capable of transporting its wearer to a much different era.