De Bethune: The Art of Watchmaking

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About the Work

Twenty years ago, the watchmaking industry witnessed the birth of De Bethune. Founded by master watchmaker Denis Flageollet, the brand immediately set itself apart by blurring the lines between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design. De Bethune's unique ability to mine history and create timepieces that are both modern and technically advanced has disrupted the world of haute horology.

Flageollet's obsession with chronometric perfection has driven the company to create thirty in-house movements in just two decades. Emphasizing mechanical simplicity and the fundamentals of traditional watchmaking, De Bethune has built a collection of timepieces with extendable designs that can evolve over time through the brand's research into emerging materials. The company's annual production remains low, ranging between 150 and 250 watches per year with prices ranging from $45,000 to $300,000, making it one of the rarest and most exclusive watch brands in the world.

Now celebrating its twentieth anniversary, De Bethune is considered emblematic of the renaissance of independent watchmaking in the twenty-first century. De Bethune: The Art of Watchmaking, written by Arthur Touchot with a foreword by Wei Koh, founder of Revolution magazine and Grail Watch, invites readers to experience every facet of this cult atelier, from founding to future, manufacture to movements. The book also includes special contributions from De Bethune CEO Pierre Jacques and a cross section of watch industry notables and passionate collectors.

De Bethune's enduring significance in the watchmaking industry is undeniable, and owning one of their timepieces is a testament to the stewardship of an object with totemic and historical significance. The book invites readers to appreciate Denis Flageollet's legacy and recognize him as one of the greatest horological minds of all time.

About the Author

Arthur Touchot is a renowned expert in the field of collectible watches, with extensive experience in the luxury market. He holds a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University and has contributed to prestigious publications such as The New York Times and the Financial Times. He has also served as senior European editor at Hodinkee, a leading online destination for watch enthusiasts.

In 2017, Touchot joined Phillips, a top auction house, where he leads the global content and digital marketing strategy for the watch department. He has played a key role in bringing some of the rarest and most sought-after timepieces to auction. In addition, Touchot is an Academy member of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), which recognizes excellence in watchmaking, and a documentary filmmaker. His most recent film, A Moment in Time (2020), celebrates the resurgence of luxury watchmaking in the 21st century.

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Number of pages: 220
Number of illustrations: over 100
Language: English
Released in: January 2023
Size: W 32 x L 38.3 x H 4.7 cm
Weight: 3.3 kg
Further features: Silk hardcover with hand painted edges in slipcase with a die-cut window
ISBN: 9781649801555

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