Press Release: Junghans Max Bill Edition 2017

The new max bill Edition 2017 combines two works of art by Max Bill: the wristwatch that he designed and his "grafische reihen" – a insider tip, and not only for Bauhaus enthusiasts.

The max bill classic from Junghans is available as a special edition in 2017. A fascinating timepiece that fully embodies the Bauhaus philosophy, reflecting the core motto of "form follows function" in every detail. On the back of the Edition 2017 the "variation 1" print from the range of "grafische reihen" (graphic series) by Max Bill can be seen, distinguishing the model as a top tip for connoisseurs – and enabling them to carry the creativeness of the architect with them at all times.

The artist referred to his work as "a pure interaction of form and colour ... the sole purpose of which is to delight with its existence". It was created in the early years of his career (1935-1938), after attending the Bauhaus in Dessau, founded as an art school by Walter Gropius.

The timepiece is also derived from the perfect sense of proportion of Max Bill, who created the first wristwatches for Junghans in 1961 – a close association that lends a particular expressiveness to this model.

The JUNGHANS max bill Edition 2017 is available in two exciting variants: with a lined index dial for admirers of absolute purism or a dial featuring the Max Bill typography with Arabic numbers for the hour markers. Both versions are equipped with a special strap featuring the colours used in "variation 1" on the lining leather.

The exclusive edition set is limited to 222 – a limitation derived from the number 22, which had particular significance for Max Bill, as both his birthday and the date of his wedding to his wife Binia fell on the 22nd day of the month. Max Bill always reserved the no. 22 of limited art works for himself. In addition to the wristwatch, the set also includes a Bauhaus-style table clock with quartz movement, the back of which also displays "variation 1", one range of the "grafische reihen" by Max Bill. Two design classics that will quicken the pulse of every lover of design – both on the wrist and in the home.

The LM1 Final Edition is limited to 222 pieces, which comes in a box set with a table clock.

The Hour Glass and Watches of Switzerland are proud to be the exclusive retailer of Junghans in Singapore.