Main Facts Independent watchmaking has a new focal point of desire. Kurono Tokyo, the celebrated independent brand founded by master Japanese watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, has returned with a release that has sent shockwaves through the horological community. Following the massive success of the Tokyo Grand Jubilee Calendar—a triple calendar timepiece…
AUBURN, Indiana — In the rarefied upper echelons of automotive collecting, provenance, rarity, and raw theatricality dictate value. At a landmark sale hosted by Kruse Auctions in Auburn, Indiana, those forces converged on a single, astonishing lot. A one-off, gold-plated 1953 Cadillac Elegante hammered down for a staggering $1,275,000, setting…
In the rarified air of ultra-luxury performance automotive manufacturing, exclusivity is the ultimate currency. Mercedes-AMG has once again pushed the boundaries of what is possible on four wheels, introducing a breathtakingly aggressive, track-focused machine: the Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung. However, if you are hoping to secure one for your own…
In the annals of professional sports, few figures have reshaped the landscape of commerce as profoundly as David Falk. While the roar of the crowd belonged to the athletes, the blueprints for their financial independence were often drafted in Falk’s office. Today, as the legendary super-agent lists his breathtaking, maritime-inspired…
On July 22, the Louvre Museum will throw open the gilded doors of its legendary Apollo Gallery, welcoming the public back into one of the most significant architectural achievements of the 17th century. Yet, for visitors expecting to see the glittering assemblage of the French crown jewels, the experience will…
