Girard Perregaux 1966 World Map Motif Dials

blomman Mr Blue · 2015-06-11T00:04:16Z

Discover Girard Perregaux 1966 watches with exquisite world map motif dials. Explore the brand's use of diverse materials like Papyrus and Jade in artistic timepieces.

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Blomman Mr Blue presents a captivating series of Girard Perregaux 1966 watches, each featuring a unique world map motif dial. This post celebrates GP's mastery in utilizing diverse materials and artistic styles to create travel-themed timepieces, inviting readers to appreciate the brand's creative expression.

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Friends,

I will stick to the given theme this week, “Summer time, Travel time – Travel watch”.

So, what could be more suiting than a watch where all you have to do is to look at the dial to travel the whole world?!

One thing I find awesome with GP watches is the way they work with different materials and styles to express themselves!

Not long ago I posted the last part of the Le Corbusier Trilogy as an example of this.

Here is another quartet showing the diversity both in style and material coming from La Chaux-de-Fonds: different watches, different dial materials, different period of times…

Same motif: the World map, same base: GP 1966 in Pink Gold.

The Pearls of Wonder: Papyrus

The Terrestrial map: Jade

The New World: Stone

Traditional map: Enamel

A travel through time, from ancient history to the present…

Which World do you prefer….?

Best

Blomman

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Key Points from the Discussion

Girard Perregaux demonstrates exceptional diversity in dial materials and styles, even within a consistent motif like the world map on the 1966 Pink Gold base.
The intricate details and shades of these artistic dials, such as Papyrus and Enamel, are best appreciated in person, as photos often cannot capture their full beauty.
The 'Le Corbusier Trilogy' is referenced as another example of Girard Perregaux's innovative use of materials and expressive design.
Collectors often have strong preferences for specific dial materials or artistic series, such as the Le Corbusier models, when viewing Girard Perregaux's Métiers d'Art pieces.

The Discussion

Mark in Paris

Jun 11, 2015

It is nice to see those rare pices from time to time :)

I think I have a preference for the 3 first models but I don't know which to choose. As ususal with Metiers d'Art I guess it really should be seen in the metal. I think I have a little preference for the Le Corbusier :) Thanks Blomman! Cheers, Mark

blomman Mr Blue

Jun 11, 2015

Yes, these are best seen in real! :)

My photos are not able to show all the shades and details on these pieces of art! Like paintings.... Le Corbusier , let me guess - Paris?! ;) Thank you for your input, Mark. Best Blomman

Mark in Paris

Jun 12, 2015

You're right, Paris

and I have a Le Corbusier flat near my place, it is quite nice :)

blomman Mr Blue

Jun 13, 2015

He, he...

Your nickname gave you up! ;) Best Blomman

hs111

Jun 11, 2015

These are real treasures !.. Each one with a distinct character & appeal !.. My personal favs are 1 & 4, but that's hypothetical anyway.. Thx for the stimulating pieces of art ! :)) [nt]

blomman Mr Blue

Jun 11, 2015

My pleasure, HS! :)

Yes, the Papyrus and the Enamel - both are mesmerizing ! :) Best, my friend Blomman

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