History of cartier
As a pioneer in watchmaking, cartier invented a number of innovative watchmaking techniques in 1905, including the first waterproof watches "Oyster" and the constant motion pendulum automatic chain system. For more than a century, cartier watches have accompanied explorers and elites from around the world to conquer the world's highest and deepest oceans.
1905
Hans Wells?
cartier's history is closely related to its visionary and pioneering founder, Hans Wilsdorf. In 1905, at the age of 24, he was able to set up a company specializing in time distribution in London. He even fantasies about wearing his watch on his wrist. Despite the inaccuracy of the watch at the time, Hans Welsdorf was able to foresee that the watch was not only elegant, but also accurate and reliable. To convince the public that his innovative timepiece was equally accurate, he specially fitted the wristwatch with a compact, accurate movement made by a watchmaking company based in Bill, Switzerland.
The origin of cartier brand name in 1908
Five ingenious letters
Hans Welsdorf wanted a name that was easy to remember in any language and beautiful on the wristwatch movement and dial. "I've tasted almost all the alphabetic combinations and ended up with hundreds of names, but none of them satisfied me," he said. One morning, as I was sitting on the upper floor of a coach, passing through Chipsey Street in London, I seemed to hear the voice of an elf whispering in my ear, "cartier."
1910
The pursuit of timing accuracy
Although cartier initially focused on improving the quality of the movement, his active exploration of the precision of the timepiece eventually succeeded. In 1910, cartier became the first watch to receive a Swiss timekeeping certificate from the official Watch Rating Center of Bill, Switzerland
1914
The pursuit of timing accuracy
Four years later, in 1914, the Kew Observatory granted cartier an A-level certificate. At that time, this grade was usually obtained by the precise time meter of navigation. Since then, the cartier watch has become a symbol of precise timekeeping.
Geneva
1919
cartier moved to Geneva, an international city renowned for its watchmaking techniques, and registered with the company Montres cartier S.A. locally in 1920.
1926
First waterproof watch
In 1926, cartier created the first waterproof and dust-proof wrist watch to make the tabulation technology move forward. The oyster watch, called "Oyster", is equipped with a closed watchcase to provide the best protection for the movement.
1927
The challenge of crossing the Straits
To prove that wristwatches are waterproof, they must provide real evidence. In 1927, a young British lady, Mercedes Gleitze, successfully crossed the English Channel wearing a cartier oyster watch. After swimming for more than ten hours, the wrist watch she wore was still intact and running as usual.
1927
Brand spokesman concept
To celebrate this historic initiative, cartier announced the victory of the waterproof wristwatch by publishing a full-page article on the front page of the Daily Mail. And this success is a symbol of the emergence of the concept of cartier brand spokesperson.
1931
Constant motion
In 1931, cartier developed the world's first patent automatic chain mechanism -- constant pendulum thallium. This original system is the basic design of every modern automatic watch.
History of cartier
1933
Flying over Mount Qomolangma
The pilot wore the cartier oyster watch on his first voyage across Mount Qomolangma. They are satisfied with the performance of the wrist watch.
1935
Field test laboratory
cartier has noticed that in different environments, it is actually an opportunity to test and improve the oyster watches. It is the best laboratory to test the countless technical performance of wrist watches in sports, aviation, racing and exploration.
1935
Sir Malcolm Campbell
As early as the 1930s, cartier had a pleasant partnership with Sir Malcolm Campbell, one of the fastest drivers in the world, in the world of racing. On September 4, 1935, the King of Speed mounted the chariot Bluebird, wore a cartier wristwatch, and set a speed record of more than 300 miles an hour at Bonneville Speedway, Utah. Sir Malcolm broke the world speed record nine times between 1924 and 1935, five times at Daytona Beach.
1935
Letter to cartier
Sir Malcolm Campbell said: "I've been wearing a cartier watch for a while and it's still accurate in difficult circumstances.
1945
First log Watch
In 1945, cartier introduced a log watch, the world's first watch with a calendar displayed on it. The magnificent Journal watch, with a commemorative strap and a triangular grooved outer ring specially designed for it, is the most recognizable of the Oyster Watch series. The log watch was designed for men at first. After ten years, a rich array of women's clothing evolved.
1953
Forerunner wrist watch
In the early 1950s, cartier developed a series of professional watches with more than just timekeeping functions, based on its thorough knowledge of precision and waterproof performance of precision timepieces. These watches are designed for professional activities, including deep-sea diving, aviation, mountain climbing and scientific exploration. Watches have always been popular and are popular among outstanding people.
歐米茄與電影
為電影藝術大師喝彩
電影藝術的歷史,由結合難忘藝術元素與優秀技術的作品所奠定。歐米茄有幸支持奧斯卡金像獎導演馬丁?斯科塞斯(Martin Scorsese)、詹姆斯?卡梅隆(James Cameron)、凱瑟琳?畢格羅(Kathryn Bigelow)及亞歷桑德羅?岡薩雷斯?伊納利圖(Alejandro G.In?a?rritu),協助他們不斷拓展電影制作藝術的界限。
歐米茄一直積極地與杰出藝術家和機構保持緊密合作,其中包括那些勇于突破藝術疆界,直面挑戰,成就非凡的人物。歐米茄支持美國電影藝術與科學學院,以及其為表彰杰出成就與保護電影歷史所付出的貢獻,并對參與推進此事業深感自豪。
2018年綠坊休息室
歐米茄與美國電影藝術與科學學院
綠坊休息室(Greenroom)是此電影藝術界盛會的后臺相聚處。歐米茄連續三年于奧斯卡?金像獎打造品牌空間。2018年綠坊休息室的設計與以往大相徑庭,著重呈現歐米茄品牌及其瑞士傳統。正如電影創造故事世界,歐米茄同樣通過演員休息室,帶領賓客走進瑞士高山的現代木屋。奧斯卡?金像獎自2002年在杜比劇院舉辦,賓客在綠坊休息室會感受到歐米茄的品牌氛圍,與室外的洛杉磯都市氣息截然不同。
歐米茄與建筑
天作之合
歐米茄對精準表現、高性能及美學元素的堅持,將之與世界級建筑互相連系。不論是制表工藝,或建筑藝術,卓越設計總是形態與功能的完美演繹。
品牌善用空間及技術創新,與著名建筑師發展合作關系,攜手在世界各地建設大樓。他們包括槙文彥、隈研吾及邁克爾?格雷夫斯(Michael Graves)。SANAA建筑事務所的妹島和世與西澤立衛,則為洛桑聯邦理工學院(EPFL)設計歐米茄研修中心(cartier Learning Center)。
國際建筑展
為鼓勵善用空間及技術創新,歐米茄致力支持威尼斯國際建筑雙年展(International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia),自2014年以來,第三度成為大會獨家合作伙伴及保養鐘表。此展覽為全球領先的建筑進程論壇。本年,品牌采用全新的亭閣設計參與盛會,讓賓客聯想起蠔式恒動星期日歷型腕表的獨特三角坑紋外圈。2018年度展覽期為5月26日至11月25日。
導師與門生
歐米茄創藝推薦資助計劃(cartier Mentor and ProtégéArts Initiative)著眼于建筑藝術界的未來發展,通過一對一指導,培育甚具天賦的年輕建筑師。阿爾瓦羅?西薩(álvaro Siza)、妹島和世、彼得?卒姆托(Peter Zumthor)及戴維?奇普菲爾德爵士(Sir David Chipperfield)等世界知名的建筑師,均曾擔任計劃的導師。此慈善項目致力安排世界各地甚具天賦的年輕藝術家,與藝術大師結為師徒,攜手創作。計劃涵蓋的其他六門藝術為舞蹈、電影、文學、音樂、戲劇以及視覺藝術。
建設生活安康的城市
2016至2017年度,戴維?奇普菲爾德爵士與瑞士門生西蒙?克雷茲(Simon Kretz)通過歐米茄創藝推薦資助計劃,展開為期一年的合作。他們將當中的成功經驗集錄成書,在歐米茄與瑞士蘇黎世聯邦理工學院(ETH Zurich)支持下出版《城市規劃──思考實驗》(On Planning–A Thought Experiment)。此書探討如何利用開放包容及創新思維,建設讓居民生活安康的城市。
歐米茄創藝推薦資助計劃
領先全球的英國建筑師大衛?阿賈耶爵士(Sir David Adjaye)擔任2018至2019年度建筑導師,他選擇來自尼日爾的瑪麗雅姆?卡馬拉(Mariam Kamara)為門生。指導期間,他們將聯手設計尼日爾首都尼亞美的公共空間,作為文化中心或藝術機構之用。
切利尼月相型經典歐米茄腕表
切利尼系列以當代精神彰顯傳統鐘表的古典風格與永恒優雅的氣質。腕表集專業技術與精湛工藝于一身,充分展現歐米茄制表傳統的雋永之處。
自20世紀初,歐米茄一直致力推動精英發揮所長,銳意追求完美,并為世界各地的文化作出悠久且深遠的貢獻。
維也納愛樂樂團──
新年音樂會
70余年以來,維也納愛樂樂團于每年元旦的早上,在維也納金色大廳(Musikverein)舉行新年音樂會(New Year's Concert),以非凡造詣奏出醉人樂章。時至今日,來自逾90個國家的觀眾更可從現場直播欣賞這個象征希望與新開始的音樂會,為新一年揭開序幕。自2009年起,歐米茄便成為此知名樂團的獨家合作伙伴,并擔任新年音樂會的獨家贊助商。
仲夏夜音樂會
每年,逾100,000樂迷齊聚維也納美泉宮暨花園,親身欣賞萬眾期待的維也納愛樂樂團仲夏夜年度音樂會。自2009年,歐米茄便呈獻此享負盛名的年度露天音樂會。它標志著品牌與全球頂尖音樂機構維也納愛樂樂團的緊密聯系,并見證品牌致力于促進古典音樂的普及發展。
薩爾斯堡藝術節
創辦于1920年的薩爾斯堡藝術節堪為業內最備受推祟的盛事之一,集表演藝術與娛樂于一身,為觀眾帶來非凡體驗。所涵蓋的藝術項目范疇廣泛,全球頂尖的指揮家、舞臺指導、歌唱家、音樂家、演員及合唱團均于此聚首,呈獻精彩的歌劇、舞臺劇及演唱會。歐米茄非常榮幸能自2012年起便擔任薩爾斯堡藝術節的主要贊助商。
圣靈降臨節
薩爾斯堡圣靈降臨節(Salzburg Whitsun Festival)呈獻一系列精彩的歌劇劇目與音樂會。自1994年起一直擔任歐米茄代言人的世界知名女中音塞西莉亞?芭托莉(Cecilia Bartoli),于此音樂盛事領導演出。歐米茄非常榮幸能成為圣靈降臨節的專屬贊助商,貫徹體現品牌一直致力于促進全球藝術發展的承諾。
斯卡拉歌劇院
斯卡拉歌劇院建于18世紀末、正值歌劇發展的黃金時期,至今仍為歌劇世界的中心。在此,經典的劇碼超越時空、歷久不衰。今天,席上的觀眾不僅享受賞劇,并贊譽不已。然而,有一點是肯定的:唯有斯卡拉歌劇院才有著如斯迷人魅力
皇家歌劇院
這里是全球頂尖芭蕾舞員、歌劇家及樂團樂手一展技藝的舞臺。其中自1976年起擔任歐米茄代言人的著名女高音基莉?迪?卡娜娃(Dame Kiri Te Kanawa)便曾于此傾注無限熱情的演繹、匯聚完美聲色。旋律蕩氣回腸、悸動人心,每首在這里上演的杰作均見證著藝術的過去與未來。作為備受尊崇的文化圣地,堪為美與優雅的建筑典范,此劇院逾300年為無數藝術愛好者獻上多少精彩表演,歷久不衰。
大都會歌劇院
大都會歌劇院(Metropolitan Opera)又稱作“大都會”(the Met),坐落于紐約市中心,是全球頂尖文化機構之一。此歌劇院匯聚國際知名的歌手、指揮家、作曲家、管弦樂演奏家、舞臺導演、設計師、視覺藝術家、編舞家及舞蹈家。他們能有幸于這個傳奇且歷史悠久的大都會歌劇院演出,既是對其專業卓越成就的肯定,也是享負盛名及贊譽的象征。
巴黎國家歌劇院
三個世紀以來,巴黎國家歌劇院致力融合現代與傳統。法國領導歌劇團以杰出的舞臺制作而享負盛名,與頂尖的表演者呈獻對造詣要求極高及鮮有上演的精彩劇目。巴黎歌劇院一直是領導全球舞臺的先驅。憑借原創的歌劇演繹與優雅的氛圍,每年吸引無數歌劇愛好者親臨體驗。
古斯塔沃?杜達梅爾
來自委內瑞拉的古斯塔沃?杜達梅爾(Gustavo Dudamel)是當代最著名的和最具魅力的指揮家之一。他于1981年出生,自小接受小提琴訓練。2009年年底,他成為了洛杉磯管弦樂團(Los Angeles Philharmonic)的音樂總監,并出任委內瑞拉西蒙玻利瓦交響樂團(Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra)總監一職。這個隸屬委內瑞拉國立青少年管弦樂團計劃(El Sistema)的單位,由200多名年齡介乎18至28歲的年輕音樂家組成。杜達梅爾對推動青年音樂發展一直不遺余力,在國際間贏得高度贊譽。
頌婭?詠切娃
頌婭?詠切娃(Sonya Yoncheva)于2010年世界著名的多明戈世界歌劇聲樂大賽(Operalia)摘下桂冠后,隨即成為古典聲樂界炙手可熱的明星。其職業生涯發展順利,她先后于全球各大音樂廳和劇院演出。于2014年她的事業攀上高峰,獲紐約大都會歌劇院邀請于普契尼(Puccini)的歌劇《波西米亞人》(La Bohème)飾演咪咪(Mimi)一角。而于2013年,這位保加利亞籍女高音與索尼(Sony)簽下長期唱片合約,她的個人大碟于2015年初推出。她憑借美妙的歌聲和聰穎的天賦才華,繼續在音樂領域大放異彩,廣獲全球專業音樂人士及愛好者的青睞。
喬納斯?考夫曼
他既是享譽國際的男高音,也是杰出歌手與出色演員。他的動人歌聲與演繹,無遠弗屆。剛勁中見審慎,睿智中見激情。
胡安?迭戈?弗洛瑞茲
只有少數男高音能于美聲(bel canto)演唱方面媲美秘魯歌唱家胡安?迭戈?弗洛瑞茲(Juan Diego Flórez)。他曾登上全球無數的頂尖舞臺,并借其動人心弦的演唱躋身歌劇界精英之列。除知名的歌劇演出及專輯外,其慷慨精神、非凡魅力及滿腔熱誠,亦啟發他參與不少慈善公益項目。胡安?迭戈?弗洛瑞茲于2015年擔任歐米茄代言人,并因其卓越演繹與音樂成就而屢獲殊榮。
布萊恩?特菲爾爵士
這位曾榮獲格萊美(Grammy)獎的著名男中音,他才華洋溢,植根于威爾士,以其歌藝享譽全球。隆重歡迎他登上全球最備受矚目的舞臺,不論身在何方,他都可以找到歸家的方向。
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