How the watch was worn, the fashion for 500 years (book)

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How the watch was worn, the fashion for 500 years (book) by Genevieve Cummins. ACC Art Books, 2010. Hardback book in English. Very good condition.

Behind a retro cover, this extremely well-researched book traces the different ways of wearing watches since their creation 500 years ago.

The watch was not only designed to work, but also to be worn. Its creation, some 500 years ago, is one of the mechanical masterpieces of man. This deserves to be celebrated.

The technical and decorative aspect of the watch has been widely covered in the available literature. The way of wearing it, on the other hand, has been unfortunately neglected, a surprising fact, given that the watch and its accessory are one of the most common and important fashion accessories.

This book aims to fill this gap by presenting in a largely pictorial manner the relevant styles and changes from 1510 to 2010. To achieve this, over 1,000 fascinating images are included. They depict watches and people wearing watches (paintings, engravings, fashion plates, advertisements, and photographic portraits) as well as period dresses and outfits adorned with appropriate styles of watches and chains. Types of watches include fob watches, pocket watches, pendants, brooches, rings, buckles, cufflinks, dolls, professional, etc., as well as the current dominant wristwatch. Accessories for the watch include chatelaines, brooches, bracelets, guard, vest, and charm chains. Confusing terminology for these chains is clarified.

Those interested in watches, jewelry, fashion, and early photography should find this publication an invaluable resource for those eager for authenticity.