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Moritz Grossmann, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and precision in watchmaking, proudly announces the launch of the ART EDITION Max Frintrop. This exclusive collection features sixteen unique timepieces, each showcasing a dial crafted from the top layers of renowned German painter Max Frintrop’s studio floor.
A Fusion of Art and Horology
The ART EDITION Max Frintrop marks the first collaboration between Moritz Grossmann and a contemporary artist. Each dial in this collection captures years of artistic expression, resulting in a mesmerizing display of abstract beauty. The intricate layers of paint, preserved from Frintrop’s studio floor, create a unique and captivating design for each watch.
Craftsmanship and Innovation
At the heart of each timepiece is the calibre 100.1 movement, a testament to Moritz Grossmann’s commitment to quality and precision. Components made from untreated German silver, a hand-engraved 2/3 plate, and the distinctive Grossmann balance are just a few of the features that highlight the exceptional craftsmanship of these watches.
Exclusive Design and Limited Availability
Each watch is engraved with “Unique Piece” on the case back and is available in rose gold or stainless-steel cases. Complemented by different-colored Kudu leather straps, these timepieces are as stylish as they are unique. Max Frintrop’s signature is discreetly engraved on the glass back, adding a personal touch to each piece.
A Philosophical Exploration of Time
This collaboration explores the concept of time through both art and watchmaking. Christine Hutter, CEO of Moritz Grossmann, explains, “The heart of a watch is the balance. It can be seen as philosophical proof that a watch is not just a timepiece, but also a constant reminder that our understanding of time is both fleeting and infinite.”
ART EDITION Max Frintrop
Technical Data
Version | 16 Unique pieces | |
Reference | MG-003869 rose gold; MG-003580 stainless steel | |
Movement | Manufactory calibre 100.1, manual winding, regulated in five positions | |
No. of parts | 198 | |
Jewels | 20 jewels, of which 3 in screwed gold chatons | |
Escapement | Lever escapement | |
Oscillator | Shock-resistant Grossmann balance with 4 inertia screws and 2 poising screws, Nivarox 1 balance spring with No. 80 Breguet terminal curve, Gustav Gerstenberger geometry | |
Balance Diameter | 14.2 mm, frequency 18,000 semi-oscillations per hour | |
Power reserve | 42 hours when fully wound | |
Functions | Hours and minutes, subsidiary seconds with stop second, Grossmann manual winder with pusher | |
Special features | Grossmann balance; hand setting override and start of movement with lateral pusher; space-saving modified Glashütte stopwork with backlash; adjustment with Grossmann micrometer screw on cantilevered balance cock; pillar movement with 2/3 plate and pillars made of untreated German silver; hand-engraved 2/3 plate, balance cock and escape-wheel cock hand-engraved; broad horizontal Glashütte ribbing; 3-band snailing on the ratchet wheel; raised gold chatons with pan-head screws; separately removable clutch winding mechanism; stop seconds for hand setting | |
Operating elements | Crown in 750/000 gold or stainless steel to wind the watch and set the time, pusher in 750/000 gold or stainless steel to start the movement | |
Case dimensions | Diameter: 41.0 mm, height: 11.35 mm | |
Movement dimensions | Diameter: 36.4 mm, height: 5.0 mm | |
Case | Three-part, precious metal or stainless steel | |
Dial | Manually crafted, studio floor | |
Hands | Manually crafted from gold or polished steel | |
Crystal/display back | Sapphire crystal, antireflective coating on one side | |
Strap | Hand-stitched Kudu leather strap with prong buckle in gold or stainless steel |