Bauhaus has been viewed as a shining light of modern age architecture and design since its foundation in 1919.
A clear and precise understanding of successful design is epitomized in deep-rooted principles within the academy, principles which are still upheld to this day.
The Bauhaus celebrated its 100th anniversary last year – an occasion which was celebrated by numerous watch manufacturers with the release of special limited edition pieces.
This included Uhrenfabrik Junghans which enjoy a particular connectivity with the school thanks to Max Bill.
Bauhaus artist Max Bill was designing watches for Junghans as far back as 1961 and the result of this long-term collaboration is a collection of timepieces which are still regarded as design icons today.
In commemoration of the anniversary and beyond, Junghans has introduced the max bill Auto-matic Bauhaus to mark this unique relationship.
The design of this new edition also touches upon the original concepts of the artist.
Convex sapphire crystal offers protection for the unique and clearly arranged dial with its fine hands.
At the same time, the three-handed watch evokes the architecture of the Bauhaus building.
A combination of white dial and black leather strap is reminiscent of the stark contrast between the bright walls and the dark glass façade while red highlights of the hands and the date wheel also represent the colours of the famous entrance door.
