From Iconoclast to Icon, a succinct description of the Royal Oak watch, is also an Assouline tome that’s informative enough for your library, but designed to be seen on your coffee table. This book chronicles the journey of Audemars Piguet’s flagship watch, starting at its debut as an undeniably innovative, though admittedly confusing, mix of luxury craftsmanship and heavy industrial aesthetics. Award-winning journalist Bill Prince, known for his work with British GQ, Vanity Fair, and Wallpaper*, goes deep into how the Royal Oak became a cultural phenomenon, with some help from AP’s heritage department. There’s a lot of exquisite imagery in here from the brand’s uncovered archives.
At over 10 pounds, From Iconoclast to Icon is a true object of design, even coming in a beautiful luxury slipcase. It boasts 400 vivid illustrations jammed into 200 pages, making this publication perfect for watch lovers, art aficionados, and history buffs alike.
Price: $250
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