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AndrewD's thought-provoking post delves into the artistic repurposing of old watch movements and parts into jewelry and sculptures, dubbing it 'The Horological Graveyard.' He invites the community to reflect on whether this practice honors the spirit of mechanical horology or if it's a fitting end for components that might otherwise be discarded, sparking a fascinating discussion on the intersection of art and watchmaking.
Where do watch parts and old watch movements go to die? I think this may be the place.
An enthusiastic industrial artist, who happens to also love watches, has combined his passions and this horological jewellery is the result. Movements may end up as rings, pendants, tie clips, earrings, cufflinks and sculptures.
I am interested to know what you think of the practice. Would you wear them? Is it an extension of our love for mechanical horology? Is this a fitting end for movements that would otherwise be discarded? Which pieces catch your eye, or touch your soul?
More memento mori.
Andrew
Andrew, I think they go there to LIVE again....... Regards, MTF
on the one hand, there is a display of the thing i like the most about horologia- the tiny gears and fine metalwork. there is also the fine notion of recycling and making anew that which was old and, in most cases, unwanted. on the other, the occasional destruction of a rare movement. when i see an uncommon hamilton caliber refashioned into a ring, i get a little nauseous.
then perhaps i wouldn't be so.
i have a similar feeling as Eterna-fan when it comes to movements that could be rebuilt and are uncommon, but i also have a pair of old Elgin baguette movement cufflinks. its good to know your cufflinks are adjusted to 6 positions :) best G.
it's a good enough use for most of the movements, rare and better calibers tend to turn into restored and recased in wristwatches to improve their value.
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