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THE ARCHITECTS OF TIME
T H E F O U N D AT I O N S
© Fondation Le Corbusier
Since 1911, The Architects of Time have dedicated their
talents, their passion and their creativity to designing and
crafting distinctive watches that exercise an enduring
fascination.
Preliminary sketches, scale models, noble materials,
harmonious proportions, original curves, smooth textures,
finishing details: Ebel watch-making shares a vocabulary
with architecture that goes far beyond linguistics to
encompass the quintessential spirit of these two equally
demanding disciplines.
These numerous shared passions embody precision while
translating emotion. They serve practical functions while
expressing artistic creativity. They play on light and shade,
and are able to radiate both timeless simplicity and
extreme sophistication. They admirably demonstrate the
alchemy of technical expertise and aesthetic elegance
inherent to the Architects of Time.
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DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
T H E F O U N D AT I O N S
The Architects of Time are universally recognized for
creating models distinguished by their visionary inspiration.
Ebel watchmakers have a proven ability to build on
traditions and are fired by a constant quest for innovation.
Ebel watches are characterized by a commitment to
distinctiveness and quality. This determination is revealed
through a number of unmistakable design features that
enable an Ebel watch to be recognized at first glance.
The predominant impression is one of sleek, flowing lines
and voluptuous curves, free of any sharp edges. Fully
integrated cases and bracelets confer an elegant charm
that enhances the power of the emblematic shapes and
motifs. Authenticity, sensuality and refinement are the visual
keynotes. These are confirmed and enhanced by the soft
caress and incredible comfort of the bracelets, and the
impeccable smoothness of surfaces, including those
adorned by meticulously set precious stones.
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THE VILLA TURQUE
T H E F O U N D AT I O N S
© Fondation Le Corbusier
The Villa Turque in La Chaux-de-Fonds was designed by Le
Corbusier who began work on it in 1916, completing the
construction in 1917. The world-renowned Swiss architect
was thus a contemporary of brand founders Eugène and
Alice Lévy and, like them, a native of La Chaux-de-Fonds.
The destinies of their most significant respective legacies
were to become closely entwined through this beautiful
and revolutionary creation. “A work of art and true
architecture,” as Le Corbusier himself liked to describe it,
the Villa Turque is a miracle of ageless perfection and
majestic equilibrium, enshrining a vision of architecture
that now appears more contemporary than ever.
Within this unique construction, the association of rigorous
straight lines and gentle curves enhances its striking
structural purity, accentuated by the groundbreaking use
of materials combining bricks with concrete. Perhaps the
most all-pervasive quality is the way the light floods in from
the south, east and west, bathing the Villa in a magical
luminosity and creating a subtle interplay of shadows and
reflections.
The Villa Turque is a natural home to company activities
and development. Inspired by a blend of inexhaustible
creative genius and consummate technical mastery, the
House of Ebel is the eloquent architectural embodiment of
the corporate philosophy and brand values.
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EBEL CLASSIC
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EBEL CLASSIC
EBEL CLASSIC
Inspired by the emblematic Sport Classic model first
launched in 1977, the Ebel Classic is the contemporary
version of a watch design that has earned universal
recognition. The extreme slenderness, delightful suppleness
and inimitable comfort of its bracelet make it a reference in
its field. Ebel Classic redefines codes for modern elegance,
in harmony with the new trend towards slim watches.
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| 1215377
| 1215269
EBEL CLASSIC LADY
| 1215270
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| 1215404
| 1215262
EBEL CLASSIC MINI
| 1215399
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| 1215268
| 1215266
| 1215267
EBEL CLASSIC LADY
| 1215430
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| 1215424
EBEL CLASSIC MINI
| 1215423
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| 1215418
EBEL CLASSIC MINI
| 1215421
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| 1215437
EBEL CLASSIC GENT
| 1215274
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| 1215275
EBEL CLASSIC GENT
| 1215438
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| 1215441
EBEL CLASSIC GENT
| 1215443
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| 1215276
S P O R T WAV E
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S P O R T WAV E
By offering a resolutely contemporary and dynamic
interpretation of the famous Ebel “wave”, the Sportwave
naturally distinguishes itself through the incomparable
styling of its bracelet. Its case designed in a decidedly
sporting spirit will inspire men and women who like to be
where the action is and who want a watch in tune with their
dynamic approach to life.
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S P O R T W AV E
| 1215050
S P O R T W AV E C H R O N O
| 1215136
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S P O R T W AV E G M T
| 1215465
S P O R T W AV E G M T
| 1215284
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S P O R T W AV E D I V E R
1215464 |
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S P O R T W AV E D I V E R
| 1215461
| 1215463
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| 1215045
S P O R T W AV E L A D Y
| 1215042
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| 1215129
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BELUGA
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BELUGA
BELUGA
An eloquent expression of Ebel’s vision of luxury in the
feminine mode, Beluga represents a graceful and
uncompromising interpretation of seductive elegance.
From the quality of the gem-setting to the supple curves
and refined comfort of the bracelet, the entire watch has
been designed to please women who see their watch as a
piece of jewelry.
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| 1215416
BELUGA MINI
| 1215361
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| 1215362
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BELUGA LADY
BELUGA MINI
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1215325 |
| 1215314
| 1215308
BELUGA LADY
| 1215313
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BELUGA MINI
| 1215325
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| 1215322
| 1215323
| 1215319
BELUGA MINI
| 1215329
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| 1215316
| 1215317
BELUGA MINI
| 1215328
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BELUGA TONNEAU
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BELUGA TONNEAU
BELUGA TONNEAU
With its unique contemporary shape, Beluga Tonneau
reflects the pure, sensual lines through which Ebel conveys
its distinctive vision of refined luxury. The perfect wristhugging fit of its gently cambered lines make this classic
and curvaceous beauty a true delight to wear, while its
unique blend of sophistication and simplicity give it the
incomparable elegance of quintessential femininity.
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| 1215098
BELUGA TONNEAU MINI
| 1215101
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| 1215095
| 1215394
| 1215393
BELUGA TONNEAU MINI & LADY
| 1215411
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| 1215288
BELUGA TONNEAU LADY
| 1215291
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| 1215295
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| 1215091
| 1215086
| 1215088
BELUGA TONNEAU MINI
| 1215450
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1911
1911
1911
The 1911 has been designed to serve as the flagship of the
Architects of Time. Traditional excellence, elegant curves,
automatic high-precision movements, like the exclusive
Ebel Caliber 137, a bracelet combining sporting elegance
and exceptional comfort, sophisticated dials designed with
a distinctive watch-making aura: the 1911 is clearly
destined to conquer men’s hearts.
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| 1215563
| 1215499
| 1215458
1911 CHRONO & GENT
| 1215497
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| 1215485
| 1215486
1911 CHRONO
| 1215490
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| 1215492
| 1215482
1911 CHRONO & GENT
| 1215481
| 1215494
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| 1215475
| 1215476
1911 GENT
| 1215479
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1215474 |
| 1215526
| 1215522
| 1215521
1911 LADY
| 1215525
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EBELLISSIMO
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EBELLISSIMO
EBELLISSIMO
Driven by the goal of uniting masculine elegance with
sophistication and originality, the Architects of Time have
created Ebellissimo. Crafted exclusively in pink gold and
platinum, this collection with its pure and profoundly Ebel
design is powered exclusively by prestigious automatic
movements, such as Ebel’s brand new proprietary
movement, Caliber 139.
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E B E L L I S S I M O G R A N D E D AT E
| 1215249
| 1215250
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| 1215252
EBELLISSIMO CHRONO
| 1215251
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CALIBER 137
CALIBER 137
Representing the very essence of the range and depth of
brand know-how, Ebel Caliber 137 called for five years of
development before it emerged from the company
workshops in 1995. This sophisticated and exclusive
automatic chronograph movement is based on a
fascinating principle: instead of “bolting” a chronograph
movement onto an automatic movement, its 360
components are integrated in parallel. This results in a
slender movement able to power the hour and minute
hands, chronograph seconds, date display, as well as 60second, 30-minute and 12-hour counters.
Clearly a genuine architectural achievement, Ebel Caliber
137 is also an impressive technical feat incorporating
innovative technical solutions. The latter include an offcentered reversing device enabling the oscillating weight
to be wound in both directions for enhanced performance.
The superlative aesthetic finish and decoration of the
movement, entirely in keeping with this proud
accomplishment, may be admired through the transparent
sapphire crystal.
As the ultimate guarantee of the excellent performances of
this movement, each Caliber 137 has been submitted to
and duly chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official
Chronometer Testing Institute).
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EBELLISSIMO CHRONO
EBELLISSIMO CALIBER 139
CALIBER 139
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In 2005, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its proprietary
Caliber 137, Ebel launched a newly developed automatic
chronograph movement named Caliber 139.
Inspired by the conviction that architecture is based not
only on aesthetics, but also on a perpetual quest for
superlative technical achievements in the service of
ergonomic functionality; the architects of time have
created a new exclusive manner of displaying
chronograph functions through apertures rather than
counters.
Starting from the fact that regular counters on automatic
chronographs were generally too small for fast and
accurate legibility of the elapsed time, Ebel watch-makers
worked on a new architecture of the chronograph display
functions on the basis of the highly reliable Ebel Caliber 137.
The result of the brand’s watch-making know-how is a 120°
register displaying the chronograph minute hand in an
optimally readable manner compared with regular
chronograph sub-dials.
Consistently with the minute display, the chronograph hour
display has also been revised. Rather than a hand, a disc
graduated from 1 to 12 turns under the dial and precisely
indicates the hour in progress through an aperture. This new
Ebel mechanical movement is naturally chronometercertified by the Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC)
as is the original Ebel Caliber 137.
TA R AWA
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TA R AWA
TA R AWA
Drawing its name from a Micronesian atoll, where ocean
spray mingles with volcanic lava, Tarawa is an
incandescent and daringly original tribute to the union of
fire and water. Thanks to its inimitable triple-curving case
and crystal, it offers an exclusive expression of the Ebel spirit,
lit up by the glowing flames of passion, creativity and
audacity and encircling the wrist with the gentle, sensual
Ebel signature touch.
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TA R AWA L A D Y
| 1214830
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| 1215468
TA R AWA M I N I
| 1215466
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TA R AWA C H R O N O & G E N T
| 1214105
| 1214101
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| 1214260
| 1214259
HAUTE JOAILLERIE
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HAUTE JOAILLERIE MIDNIGHT
| 1290028
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HAUTE JOAILLERIE MIDNIGHT
| 1206381
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HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC
| 1214990
HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC
| 1290007
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HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC
1290008 |
HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC CARREE
1290053 |
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| 1290049
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HAUTE JOAILLERIE EBELLSISSIMO
© EBEL - BROCHURE 2/2005