Vintage Watches in Paris Photo Tour

MattS · 2013-02-10T06:53:42Z

Explore Paris through the lens of MattS's vintage watch collection. A photo essay combining iconic Parisian landmarks with classic timepieces.

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MattS invites WatchProSite readers on a captivating photographic journey through Paris, showcasing his exquisite vintage watch collection against the city's iconic backdrops. This article highlights how a collector's passion for horology can beautifully intertwine with a love for travel and photography, creating a unique visual narrative. MattS's ability to frame his timepieces within the Parisian landscape offers a fresh perspective on enjoying vintage watches beyond mere technical appreciation.

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Dear all,

This is a quiet Sunday, snowy weather, better stay home!...I gathered some pictures to share with you as a walk through Paris, featuring some of my favorite timepieces (all vintage) with some city views, I hope you enjoy the tour!

We'll start with the Opera Garnier

then we'll go for a walk along the Grands Boulevards

then a couple of nostalgic B&Ws with the roofs of Paris and the Opera reflecting in the watch

And by the river Seine

Lets walk along the river!

Lets stop on one of the Islands, place Dauphine

Increadible what you can find on the table cloth of a traditional brasserie

Left bank..here is a night view on the Eiffel tower from a nice terrace

A stop at Roland Garros with some Clay indexes

lunchtime stop in the Jardins du Palais Royal

A couple more shots on the place de l'Opera from a balcony

I hope you enjoyed the tour, thanks for watching

Matt

This message has been edited by MattS on 2013-02-10 06:54:38 This message has been edited by MattS on 2013-02-10 06:57:02

Key Points from the Discussion

The author intended for his photo essay to evoke memories of Paris for purists and inspire others to visit, emphasizing the storytelling aspect of his photography.
MattS possesses an enviable collection, and his photo journal through Paris transforms the city into a 'City of Amazing Watches.'
The Jaeger 'Panda' chronograph featured in the post is particularly striking and a pleasure to view.
Many of the featured photos, including the vintage watch eye candy, had been previously shared in 'Wrist Scan' sessions, indicating a consistent quality of photographic work.
The combination of Paris and vintage watches creates a harmonious aesthetic, enhancing the appeal of both the city and the timepieces.
The photos were taken over a period of three years, each time featuring the watch the author was wearing, demonstrating a long-term dedication to this photographic theme.

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anaesdoc

Feb 10, 2013

Thanks, Matt, for many colourful and beautiful pictures of watches and Paris! anaesdoc

Bill

Feb 10, 2013

Thank you Matt for this wonderful panache of vintage watch eye candy. I was happy to participate in one of the shots. Best Bill

dxboon

Feb 10, 2013

It's no longer the City of Lights, but the City of Amazing Watches! Great photo journal of your walks through Paris, Matt! You, as always, have the MOST enviable collection around! :-) Cheers, Daos

mkvc

Feb 10, 2013

Beautiful watches, city and photography.

Mark in Paris

Feb 10, 2013

and your pictures always give such a pleasure looking at. This Jaeger "Panda" of yours is really something. Thanks for this rainy sunday afternoon photorama Matt. Cheers, Mark

Dr No

Feb 10, 2013

. . . were featured in previous sessions of Wrist Scan. Your work with a lens is most memorable, Matt - there's only one that doesn't jog my memory. Cordially, Art

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