Minerva Timepiece in Black: A Collector's Ode
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Minerva Timepiece in Black: A Collector's Ode

By Ornatus-Mundi · Oct 12, 2012 · 26 replies
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Ornatus-Mundi presents his Minerva timepiece with a unique, poetic flair, drawing inspiration from Uriah Heep lyrics to celebrate its allure. This post showcases the watch through evocative photography and personal narrative, highlighting the deep emotional connection collectors often form with their watches. It offers a creative perspective on watch appreciation, blending horology with artistic expression.

Music: Uriah Heep
Lyrics: Magnus Bosse (inspired by Uriah Heep...)

For starters a flashback: Famous concert in German TV 1977:


Now sing with me:

"Timepiece in Black"

She called me up one morning
One lonely Sunday morning
To lure me to a place I never went before
I know not how she found me
For in darkness I was walking
And desperation lay around me
From a fight I could not win!

Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh




My heart was shivering weakly then
I said I need some antidote
To fight and kill desire
Without thought of love or God
And I begged her please strap on my wrist
To become mine after all this time
So eager was my passion
To fight this lonely life

Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh




But she wouldn't think of a relieve
instead she started teasing me
So easy to begin
And yet impossible to end!



For she's the mother of all watch
With a pretty face, all shades of black
The movement is a marvel wrapped
in a case to adore and pray!

Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh



"Oh lady give it once a try
And have a rest here on my wrist!
Have faith and trust in peace" I said
And filled my heart with life



There's no immediate happy end
Have no such misconception
Instead she starting playing with the boys
Be assured I won't be far away!

Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh





Thus having played she turned around
And said I just wanted a new toy!
I stood speachless until I saw
Her black strap touch my skin!



My heart was bumping heavier
Started trembling like a rammer
I found new love
and still can't believe my chest did not burst that day



And if one day 'she' comes to you
Think deeply on these words so wise
Take courage from them as your prize
And take the watch you want!

Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh!



Ahh Ahh Ahh, Ahh Ahh Ahh Ahh!




Hope you liked this song;-)

Cheers,
Magnus

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AM
amanico
Oct 12, 2012

Elegant, timeless, with a nicep resence, and a delicious movement. That is exactly why I love Minerva. I should get my first one as soon as possible. Nice illustration, too. Uriah Heep is another great band, which brings back to lovely memories. Best, nicolas

OR
Ornatus-Mundi
Oct 12, 2012

with the italian owners really pushing the company horologically, but bringing it financially almost to ruin - an italian opera drama! Glad you like it. I have seen these watches at the manufacture in around 2003, but I was under the impression that those 40mm pieces never left the factory. That was until I saw this one, almost in walking distance to my house in Vienna! Magnus

NI
nilomis
Oct 12, 2012

For sure, the designers of this watch had a fine taste. Dial, hands and the case back plus the movement ... Perfect. Congratulations, Nilo

SM
small-luxury-world
Oct 12, 2012

but now you have to sing the song and to produce the video, with the watch on your wrist. Looking forward to that project :-) Oliver

PP
pplater
Oct 12, 2012

That is an instant classic - WANT one!!! Cheers, pplater.

DR
Dr No
Oct 12, 2012

. . . that Minerva is well deserving of a serenade. Enviously, Art

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