Some variations on a Marine Theme.
I must confess a strong weakness for this Marine Theme from Ulysse Nardin. Three gorgeous dials, featuring some vessels. Let's start with the Santa Maria: Now, the HMS Caesar: And the San Marco Cloisonné Achille: There were some others, like the Vespuc...
What a difficult decision.
I have admired these enamel dialed pieces for years. While I cannot say my favorite, I can say I would enjoy having one of these as part of my small collection. Thanks for all of the great UN posts lately Nico!
I am a big fan of enamel dials. Hence, it is quite logical to consider UN.
There is such a great diversity of dials, dials like those we love.... Still, my heart is taken by the Langematik Anniversary, because of the movement. But these UN dials... Hmmm! Best, Nicolas
Yes, UN's enamel dials are to die for !!
There is an Asian version...the Thai row boat dial Are you aware of this one ?? Cheers, Gordon
sorry I cannot upload it...
... just search for Nardin enamel Thai colors, etc. are just as interesting as European ships
http://montblanc.watchprosite.com/show-forumpost/fi-602/pi-5229403/ti-302636/s--54/
found this link from Marcus. Cheers, Francois
I have just been reading about Rolf Schnyder's life....
and particularly what he did with Ulysse Nardin, it is a fascinating story...... rugs to riches really! My interest for UN is growing by the hour:) Cheers, Francois
The Fab Four were Schnyder, Oechslin, Gygax and Humair.
Rolf was a visonary man, while Oechslin is THE one to make Rolf's dreams and ideas come true, Gygax and Humair being the fab watchmakers. A magic team, for magic watches. Best, Nicolas PS: Very happy to see that you are patying more and more interest to t...
You're right! Funny they didn't make a watch called...
Phoenix....it would have been vey a propos:) Cheers, Francois