CZAPEK COFFEE TABLE BOOK - "WE COLLECT RARE PEOPLE".
FOR COLLECTORS — AND FOR THE CURIOUS
Thoughtfully structured and written by various authors, including renowned historian Pierre-Yves Donzé with industry veteran Stephen Pulvirent as leading editor, the content delivers fresh insights for seasoned collectors while remaining an ideal introduction for those discovering Czapek for the first time.
More than a retrospective, this book reflects what Czapek stands for today: human-scale haute horlogerie, shared entrepreneurship, and a forward-looking vision rooted in craftsmanship and independence. It is an essential addition to any watch lover’s library and a lasting tribute to ten years of Czapek & Cie.
WHERE LEGACY AWAKENS
Published to celebrate ten years since the revival of Czapek & Cie and one hundred and eighty years since its founding, this coffee-table book is conceived as a gesture of gratitude as much as a record of history. It is offered to the collectors, shareholders, and clients who believed in a vision long before it became tangible, and who helped transform a dormant name into a living, independent maison once again.
Within these pages unfolds the story of Czapek’s rebirth—not as a reconstruction of the past, but as a thoughtful continuation of François Czapek’s original spirit: one rooted in creativity, integrity, and the pursuit of lasting beauty. Archival materials sit alongside contemporary photography and personal testimonies, tracing the path from 19th-century beginnings to a modern collective adventure shaped by craftsmanship, friendship, and shared conviction.
IN THE HANDS OF RARE PEOPLE
This volume also reflects on the watches that have marked this decade—objects of precision and emotion alike—while paying tribute to the human ecosystem behind them: artisans, partners, and above all, the community of “Rare People” who chose to engage with Czapek not as consumers, but as custodians. Each chapter bears witness to the patience, risk, and trust required to build something meaningful in today’s watchmaking landscape.
More than a celebration of milestones, this book stands as an acknowledgment of responsibility—to heritage, to independence, and to those who support it. Ten years of revival and 180 years of existence converge here as a single narrative of continuity, shared values, and long-term vision, offered as a keepsake to those who understand that true value is created over time—and shaped together.
About Czapek
Czapek & Cie is a prestigious Swiss haute horlogerie brand revived in 2015 via crowdfunding, honoring 19th-century Polish watchmaker François Czapek, who was once partner to Antoni Patek. Renowned for high-end, limited-production watches, key collections include the sporty Antarctique and the classic Quai des Bergues.
Price: HKD1,680 / USD210
Delivery:
Please contact us for a shipping quote after order.
Photos: Czapek
CZAPEK COFFEE TABLE BOOK - "WE COLLECT RARE PEOPLE".
FOR COLLECTORS — AND FOR THE CURIOUS
Thoughtfully structured and written by various authors, including renowned historian Pierre-Yves Donzé with industry veteran Stephen Pulvirent as leading editor, the content delivers fresh insights for seasoned collectors while remaining an ideal introduction for those discovering Czapek for the first time.
More than a retrospective, this book reflects what Czapek stands for today: human-scale haute horlogerie, shared entrepreneurship, and a forward-looking vision rooted in craftsmanship and independence. It is an essential addition to any watch lover’s library and a lasting tribute to ten years of Czapek & Cie.
WHERE LEGACY AWAKENS
Published to celebrate ten years since the revival of Czapek & Cie and one hundred and eighty years since its founding, this coffee-table book is conceived as a gesture of gratitude as much as a record of history. It is offered to the collectors, shareholders, and clients who believed in a vision long before it became tangible, and who helped transform a dormant name into a living, independent maison once again.
Within these pages unfolds the story of Czapek’s rebirth—not as a reconstruction of the past, but as a thoughtful continuation of François Czapek’s original spirit: one rooted in creativity, integrity, and the pursuit of lasting beauty. Archival materials sit alongside contemporary photography and personal testimonies, tracing the path from 19th-century beginnings to a modern collective adventure shaped by craftsmanship, friendship, and shared conviction.
IN THE HANDS OF RARE PEOPLE
This volume also reflects on the watches that have marked this decade—objects of precision and emotion alike—while paying tribute to the human ecosystem behind them: artisans, partners, and above all, the community of “Rare People” who chose to engage with Czapek not as consumers, but as custodians. Each chapter bears witness to the patience, risk, and trust required to build something meaningful in today’s watchmaking landscape.
More than a celebration of milestones, this book stands as an acknowledgment of responsibility—to heritage, to independence, and to those who support it. Ten years of revival and 180 years of existence converge here as a single narrative of continuity, shared values, and long-term vision, offered as a keepsake to those who understand that true value is created over time—and shaped together.
About Czapek
Czapek & Cie is a prestigious Swiss haute horlogerie brand revived in 2015 via crowdfunding, honoring 19th-century Polish watchmaker François Czapek, who was once partner to Antoni Patek. Renowned for high-end, limited-production watches, key collections include the sporty Antarctique and the classic Quai des Bergues.
Price: HKD1,680 / USD210
Delivery:
Please contact us for a shipping quote after order.
Photos: Czapek
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