Initially known as le style moderne, or ‘Jazz Moderne’, it wasn’t until 1968 when the style we know today as ‘Art Deco’ got its name.
Reflecting the rapid artistic and technological innovations happening between two separate world wars, the foundation of Art Deco developed its eccentric decorative vision through the evolution of contemporary life in the 1920s and 30s, as well as combining a multitude of art movements in the process.
This Eska dress watch is a divine product of that era, featuring a hexagonal stainless steel case with a slender silhouette, polished bezel, an acrylic crystal and an unsigned crown. Its stunning, simple dial is a a microcosm of the entire Art Deco concept. It features a brushed silver tone, applied gold indices, a minute track with blue accents, a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock and a matching, blued-steel handset. With sharp case lines and soft dial features, it is a supremely elegant clash of styles — in the only way an Art Deco piece could pull off.
Fitted with a later stainless steel Gay Frères brick-link bracelet with a locking clasp, this piece is in great condition considering its age.
Like fine wine, this style just keeps getting better with age.