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Mahesh's insightful post shines a light on the exceptionally rare Chronomètre à Paris timepieces by French master watchmaker Jean-Baptiste Viot. By juxtaposing Viot's work with that of his former apprentice, Theo Auffret, Mahesh provides a unique comparative perspective on traditional French watchmaking and its contemporary evolution. This article delves into the scarcity and enduring appeal of Viot's creations, which are deeply rooted in 18th-century pocket watch aesthetics.
It’s good to see one of the original JB Viot watches after all these years. I remember looking at one possibly twenty years ago. Thank you for posting these photos. Best regards Captain
I knew there were very few of them but just 8? That's so painfully few that it makes me sadly certain that one will never be mine.
On first glance my thoughts were JB was ahead of his time in terms of design and the aesthetic of that watch and dial specifically. It’s contemporary today, and will probably continue to be so. The case and lugs may be a little less so perhaps. I think the Master’s watch sings to me more. It does seem that that the Little Master has added some more volume to his creation (at least it looks that way). Bigger not always better LOL !
I dont remember the last time JB Viot was mentioned which has made me sad as I really love his work. Thank you so much for sharing the pictures!
I've never held any of these in my hands! What a special piece indeed!
Of course that just makes the pain of loss all the sharper, since I'm not someone who buys six figure watches: if I'd been at the right place at the right time, I could have afforded to own one of these!
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