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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. 3 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. 4 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. 7 EBEL CLASSIC 8 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. 10 11 | 1215377 | 1215269 EBEL CLASSIC LADY | 1215270 13 | 1215404 | 1215262 EBEL CLASSIC MINI | 1215399 14 | 1215268 | 1215266 | 1215267 EBEL CLASSIC LADY | 1215430 17 | 1215424 EBEL CLASSIC MINI | 1215423 18 | 1215418 EBEL CLASSIC MINI | 1215421 19 | 1215437 EBEL CLASSIC GENT | 1215274 20 | 1215275 EBEL CLASSIC GENT | 1215438 21 | 1215441 EBEL CLASSIC GENT | 1215443 22 | 1215276 S P O R T WAV E 25 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. 27 S P O R T W AV E | 1215050 S P O R T W AV E C H R O N O | 1215136 29 30 S P O R T W AV E G M T | 1215465 S P O R T W AV E G M T | 1215284 31 S P O R T W AV E D I V E R 1215464 | 32 S P O R T W AV E D I V E R | 1215461 | 1215463 33 | 1215045 S P O R T W AV E L A D Y | 1215042 34 | 1215129 35 BELUGA 36 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. 38 | 1215416 BELUGA MINI | 1215361 40 | 1215362 41 BELUGA LADY BELUGA MINI 42 1215325 | | 1215314 | 1215308 BELUGA LADY | 1215313 43 BELUGA MINI | 1215325 44 | 1215322 | 1215323 | 1215319 BELUGA MINI | 1215329 45 | 1215316 | 1215317 BELUGA MINI | 1215328 46 47 BELUGA TONNEAU 49 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. 50 | 1215098 BELUGA TONNEAU MINI | 1215101 52 | 1215095 | 1215394 | 1215393 BELUGA TONNEAU MINI & LADY | 1215411 55 | 1215288 BELUGA TONNEAU LADY | 1215291 56 | 1215295 57 | 1215091 | 1215086 | 1215088 BELUGA TONNEAU MINI | 1215450 59 60 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. 62 | 1215563 | 1215499 | 1215458 1911 CHRONO & GENT | 1215497 65 | 1215485 | 1215486 1911 CHRONO | 1215490 66 67 | 1215492 | 1215482 1911 CHRONO & GENT | 1215481 | 1215494 69 | 1215475 | 1215476 1911 GENT | 1215479 70 1215474 | | 1215526 | 1215522 | 1215521 1911 LADY | 1215525 73 EBELLISSIMO 75 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. 76 E B E L L I S S I M O G R A N D E D AT E | 1215249 | 1215250 78 | 1215252 EBELLISSIMO CHRONO | 1215251 79 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). 80 82 83 EBELLISSIMO CHRONO EBELLISSIMO CALIBER 139 CALIBER 139 84 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 87 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. 88 89 | 1214831 TA R AWA L A D Y | 1214830 90 | 1215471 | 1215468 TA R AWA M I N I | 1215466 91 TA R AWA C H R O N O & G E N T | 1214105 | 1214101 92 | 1214260 | 1214259 HAUTE JOAILLERIE 95 HAUTE JOAILLERIE MIDNIGHT | 1290028 96 HAUTE JOAILLERIE MIDNIGHT | 1206381 97 98 HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC | 1214990 HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC | 1290007 99 100 HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC 1290008 | HAUTE JOAILLERIE MOON CHIC CARREE 1290053 | 101 | 1290049 103 HAUTE JOAILLERIE EBELLSISSIMO © EBEL - BROCHURE 2/2005