‘With its rich blend of expert Swiss craftsmanship and watchmaking, the brand reflects the high calibre of Michel Parmigiani’s work.’
Parmigiani Fleurier is a distinguished Swiss brand that has been renowned for creating luxury timepieces since 1996. Founder Michel Parmigiani envisioned timepieces that take aesthetic cues from the worlds of science, art, and architecture. To this day, their creations embody this vision. At J Farren-Price, we are very proud to be Australia's sole official retailer of this luxury watch brand.
THE HISTORY OF PARMIGIANI FLEURIER
Parmigiani Fleurier is a brand that draws its expertise from the art of restoration. Michel Parmigiani opened Mesure et Art du Temps in 1976, his watchmaking and restoration workshop, in 1976, during the throes of the quartz crisis. Swimming against the tide of inexpensive, battery driven watches that threatened the very existence of traditional mechanical timekeeping at the time, he found success by restoring valuable antique pieces for collectors and museums and also designing unique pieces, in his own inimitable style, on demand for clients.
By 1980, Michel’s growing reputation for excellence as a restorer of some of history’s most essential timepieces was leading him to the next step in his career. The catalyst for the foundation of Parmigiani Fleurier was a decisive encounter with the Landolt family, owners of the Maurice-Yves Sandoz Collection, one of the largest collections of pocket watches and automatons in Switzerland. Tasked with restoring these horological milestones, Michel also made the connection that would provide the support to pursue his own creative dreams.
With the support of the Sandoz Family Foundation, Michel Parmigiani launched his own watchmaking maison, Parmigiani Fleurier, in 1996. Still guided by its founder’s vision, taking aesthetic cues from the worlds of science, art, and architecture, the brand today encompasses an entire family of Swiss ateliers, each of which brings the highest level of its own specialised area of savoir-faire — from hairsprings, to dials, to cases — which collectively ensure control of the entire production process and that each component of each Parmigiani watch is produced in-house at the highest quality.
GUIDO TERRENI
With over 20 years of experience in shaping the watchmaking industry, Guido Terreni joined Parmigiani Fleurier in 2021 to continue to build upon Michel Parmigiani’s brand and legacy.
Where Michel Parmigiani brings heritage, skill and knowledge, Guido Terreni brings sartorial allure, and a sense of contemporary luxury in tune with the times we live in.
THE TONDA PF COLLECTION
We are pleased to introduce a range of timepieces from Parmigiani Fleurier's latest TONDA PF collection. Launched on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Maison in 2021, the TONDA PF is a collection offering details, motifs and shapes of great finesse. This new refined wristwatch, whose shape has been designed to satisfy purists in search of a delicate high-end timepiece, pushes back the limits of craftsmanship and complication.
Everywhere the eye lands on a TONDA PF, there’s a particular texture, form, detail to be seen and enjoyed. This is not ornament, ostentation or opulence. This is a mature, sartorial approach to watchmaking, where cloth is replaced by metal and weaving by dial pattern.
The cutting and fitting of the shoulders and waistline take on the form of case and bracelet. Like in a Neapolitan or Sicilian workshop, these are entirely focused on silhouette, fluidity, proportions and taste. Like any jacket that originates in those institutions of male elegance, the TONDA PF is tailored to withstand the passing of time and trends, and remain.
The indices of each timepiece are set across two levels of the dial, while the Grain d’Orge guilloché dial pattern is the finest imaginable. Any smaller and it would have become invisible. Any larger, it would have become obvious, therefore defeating the purpose of this line: imperceptible refinement, entire dedication to exclusivity, modern permanence.
The PF logo appears at 12 o’clock, nestled in a vertical, oval, double-edged appliqué with extensive finishings, a harbinger of the level of care put into the collection.
THE TONDA PF SPORT COLLECTION
We have also received some stunning timepieces from the new Parmigiani Fleurier TONDA PF SPORT collection. These timepieces are designed for pure leisure time. They are created for outdoor enthusiasts and immersion in nature's embrace and unwind.
The TONDA PF SPORT range boasts pure design, impeccable comfort, and sporty elegance. Learn more about this new collection in the video below.
The bracelet, meticulously handcrafted and hand stitched with Cordura-treated rubber, showcases a textured design. Its anchorage point between the lugs is so seamless that it gives the impression of being integrated into the case. Designed to face all outdoor conditions, while maintaining the brand’s prestige with a luxurious lifestyle.
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(Pictured: Guido Terreni, left, and Michel Parmigiani, right)
The Parmigiani Fleurier timepieces offer a unique new style that is distinct from the current watch selection at our boutique. Their meticulously designed aesthetic and high-quality craftsmanship are sure to be enjoyed by all of our dedicated watch lovers.
Take your collection to the next level. Browse our current Parmigiani range below, and visit the J Farren-Price salon to take a closer look at these new treasures. Located at 80 Castlereagh Street, Sydney.