A fine piece of work: Bulgari and its landmark Octo Finissimo
11 Jun 2018 Purely as a watch brand, Bulgari has been easy to overlook: you’re more likely to associate the Italian maison with fine jewellery, perfumes or luxury hotels than with making timepieces. But don’t imagine the last of these is any kind of afterthought or sideline. Bulgari’s first wristwatch dates back to 1918, and although a proper subsidiary wasn’t established until 1980, the brand has a surprisingly rich heritage in watchmaking and has become a significant presence within the industry. Bulgari’s rise was accelerated by the acquisition in 2000 of the brands Gérald Gent...
Source: theweek.co.uk