Movado: the Museum Watch Dial as an Icon
Movado has a unique signature, one that stands out in its own special way above all other watchmakers. That signature is its Museum Watch dial, characterized by a single dot that marks 12 o’clock. The dial is a symbol of many things: the sun at high noon, sophistication and artistry in design. It is, in essence, what transformed Movado watches from fashion accessories into icons.
Swiss watchmaker Movado is known for its excellence in both technological and artistic innovation. One of its most impressive innovations was the Museum Watch dial, which first appeared on the market in 1947. It was modeled after the appearance of the sun in the sky on a clear day at noon. The Museum Watch dial did not get its name until after the Museum of Modern Art in New York selected the design for a permanent collection in 1960. For the first time in history, a watch was perceived as an actual work of art.
When considered as a piece of art, Movado’s simple design falls into the category of a minimalist work. The most basic elements of a watch include the hands and a simple reference point. That is exactly what the model that the Museum Watch follows.
The look is one of simplicity featuring only the hour hand, the second hand and one dot in the 12 o’clock position. It creates a striking contrast when compared with other luxury watches. In the shadow of the Museum Watch dial, an ordinary watch face looks cluttered.
Over the years, the physical design has remained relatively unaltered. In early production, the Museum Watch dial was crafted on a black dial with a gold dot. The very distinctive dots on many Movado watches are now made from gold, stainless steel, diamonds or sapphire crystals, and the dials also come in other colors besides black.
The Museum Watch dial continues to play an important role in modern Movado designs, such as its Amorosa and Fiero Collections. The various Movado Collections feature different band styles, watch shapes and sizes, but the distinctive Museum Watch employed in them is a unifying element. Movado continues to produce a Museum Collection that is dedicated to preserving minimalism by featuring the classic Museum Watch dial and simple leather straps.
The dial represents a certain level of sophistication and artistry that is an integral part of Movado’s ongoing relationship with the performing and visual arts. Brand ambassadors like trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and dancer-choreographer Mikhail Baryshinikov have played an important part in maintaining the reputation of the Museum Watch dial.
Art and Movado enjoy an interdependent relationship and it all began with the creation of a revolutionary dial design. There is one thing aspect of the Museum Watch dial that is timeless and will never change. That is its historical place as an icon among timekeeping pieces.The dial, in conjunction with the other fine elements in a Movado timepiece, transforms a watch into a work of art.
About the Author
Movado watches sold at http://www/thewatchery.com are brand new and authentic with serial numbers. Almost all of our movado watches come with a free watch and all our watches have free shipping in the usa.
Allan Jones on the Jack Jones Special (Dial-up)
|
|
Fashion Black Steel Case Special Time Display Roate Dial Womens Quartz Watch $0.02 |
|
|
2012′S Steel Black Case Special Dial Hollow Mens Automatic Wrist Watch Brand NEW $0.48 |
|
|
Special Design Reflect Blue Dial Mens 6 Hands Automatic Watches Leather Real HQ $1.56 |
|
|
Fashion Quartz Wristwatch Special Design Turntable Dial Mens Style New Battery $0.02 |
|
|
Full Silver Steel MENS Auto Mechanical watch Unique Skeleton Dial Special $0.99 |
|
|
E247,Parnis 44mm black dial Special@6 MECHANICAL Watch 6498 $36.00 |
|
|
Parnis 44mm black dial Special@6 PVD Watch 6498 E348 $90.00 |
|
|
Special Style Fashion Mens White Turntable Dial Gun Steel Quartz Watch New $0.02 |
|
|
SPECIAL 20pc AERO SPACE BRAND NEW 0-1″ DIAL INDICATOR $149.99 |
|
|
SPECIAL 6pc AERO SPACE BRAND NEW 0-1″ DIAL INDICATOR $59.99 |
|
|
HOLIDAY SPECIAL PRICE 18″ DOUBLE BEAM DIAL HEIGHT GAGE $179.99 |
|
|
SPECIAL 2pc AERO SPACE BRAND NEW 0-1″ DIAL INDICATOR $28.99 |
|
|
Army Red Dial Special Day Automatic Self Wind Mechanical Leather WristWatch Gift $0.99 |
|
|
Mens Ladies Special Triangle Dial Wrist Watch Black $0.99 |
|
|
Mens Ladies Special Triangle Dial Wrist Watch Silver $0.99 |
|
|
Swatch Special – Automatic with Original dial 83 ” GB402″ $90.00 |
|
|
Mens Ladies Special Triangle Dial Wrist Watch Pink $0.99 |
|
|
Special Offer Black Dial Big Numbers Quarzt Wrist Watch Mens $0.99 |
|
|
CASIO WHITE DIAL MEN’S WATCH (Special Limited Time Offer) $9.99 |
|
|
CASIO BEIGE DIAL MEN’S WATCH *(Special Limited Time Offer) $9.99 |
|
|
New Ladies Invicta 0573 Lupah Pink Leather Pearl Dial Special Edition Watch $13.27 |
|
|
Pink Round Case Unique Special Dial Black Steel Band Lady Quartz Wrist Watch $0.01 |
|
|
CASIO BLACK DIAL MEN’S WATCH *(Special Limited Time Offer)* $9.99 |
|
|
Fashion Quartz Steel Mens Wrist Watches Special Black Turntable Dial Dark Gray $0.99 |
|
|
CASIO WHITE DIAL MEN’S WATCH *(Special Limited Time Offer) $9.99 |
|
|
CASIO GOLD DIAL MEN’S WATCH *(Special Limited Time Offer) $9.99 |
|
|
Square Black Dial Ladies Women Special Glass with Bracelet Bracelet Watch FW650A $0.99 |
|
|
CASIO SILVER DIAL MEN’S WATCH *(Special Limited Time Offer) $9.99 |
|
|
New Special Black Square Men Mechanical Automatic Watch Date 2 Dial Leather Xmas $0.89 |
|
|
Mens Ladies Special Triangle Dial Wrist Watch Silver $0.02 |
|
|
Oster 6-Slice Convection Toaster Ovens When inspiration strikes, breathe life into your cuisine with the Oster Inspire 6 slice toaster Oven. This Toaster oven is stainless steel with silver accents to enhance contemporary kitchens. It has a convection technology to speed up results and extra space inside to allow for 12″ pizzas. This toaster oven is truly exceptional…. |
|
|
Sterlingcraft Sterling Serving Tray Special Sterlingcraft Finish Never Needs Polishing $16.38 Sterlingcraft Sterling Serving Tray Special Sterlingcraft Finish Never Needs Polishing… |
|
|
Sterlingcraft Oblong Serving Tray Roomy Surface Two Hostess Handles Special Sterlingcraft Finish $16.09 Sterlingcraft Oblong Serving Tray Roomy Surface Two Hostess Handles Special Sterlingcraft Finish… |
|
|
The General’s Daughter (Special Edition) [VHS] $0.01 When John Travolta first opens his mouth during the opening credits of The General’s Daughter and speaks in a terrible Southern cracker drawl, one briefly hopes that the movie will turn out to be just as hilariously bad. Unfortunately, the accent is soon revealed to be part of a disguise, and the movie is just as quickly unveiled as a clumsy, run-of-the-mill potboiler. A female officer is discover… |
|
|
A Perfect Murder [VHS] $2.63 The husband (Michael Douglas) is a currency trader whose portfolio value is going right down the drain. The wife (Gwyneth Paltrow) is the heiress to a $100 million fortune. The marriage is not a happy one, but the promise of long-term affluence keeps them together. The wife pursues an affair with an artist (Viggo Mortenson) who gives her all the passion she doesn’t get at home, and when the husban… |
|
|
Adventures in Birdwatching [VHS] $49.95 Join ornithologist and nature enthusiast Ken Dial as he travels to several birding hot spots filled with the most spectacular species of birds imaginable. Vol. 1 – Florida Wading Birds: You’ll visit Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge in Sanibel, Florida known for its glamorous wading birds such as Roseate Spoonbills, Great Blue Herons, Double Crested Cormorants, and Red-shouldered Hawks. Massac… |
|
|
Lux TX9100E 7 Day Universal Programmable Thermostat $47.00 Compatible with almost any heating or cooling system–including heat pumps–the Lux TX9100E Smart Temp Programmable Thermostat features a user-friendly, energy-saving design. Because it’s programmable, the TX9100E uses energy only when it’s needed most, helping save money on your utility bills and protect the environment. For safety and additional benefits, this thermostat is entirely free of mer… |
|
|
Grizzly G9849 Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Combo – President’s Special $19.50 Precision measurements and set-ups have never been so easy. Magnetic base engages with just the turn of a switch and allows pinpoint adjustment. The dial indicator features 0-1″ travel and has a resolution of 0.001″. This fine set includes a molded case for protection and convenience…. |
|
|
Avair AMA-100 Emergency Medical Alert Dialer with Wireless Help Panic Transmitter $99.99 Just press once for help and the Avair AMA-100 with wireless panic transmitter can help save your life or the life of someone you love. This affordable emergency medical alert dialer connects to your home telephone and calls up to 9 phone numbers at the push of a button. Once activated the AMA-100 will dial your pre-programmed phone numbers and send your customized pre-recorded emergency voice me… |
|
|
Dexter’s Laboratory: Season One (Cartoon Network Hall of Fame) $17.81 All 13 episodes of the first season–including “Dexter Dodgeball/Dial M for Monkey: Rasslor/Dexter’s Assistant,” “Jurassic Pooch/Dial M for Monkey: Orgon Grindor/Dimwit Dexter,” “Star Spangled Sidekicks/The Justice Friends: Say Uncle Sam/Tribe Called Girl,” “Space Case/The Justice Friends: Ratman/Dexter’s Debt,” and “Inflata Dee Dee/The Justice Friends: Can’t Nap/Monstory”–are included in this tw… |
|
|
Special Crystals Sticking Rectangular Dial Rubber Band Wrist Watch(White) $4.51 - Featured special retangular dial with crystals sticking watch – Adjustable and comfortable strap for better dirt and stain resistance – Such fashion causal quartz watches are very charming for all occasions – Great elegant watches with high precision |
|
|
Special Crystals Sticking Rectangular Dial Rubber Band Wrist Watch(Pink) $4.29 - Featured special retangular dial with crystals sticking watch – Adjustable and comfortable strap for better dirt and stain resistance – Such fashion causal quartz watches are very charming for all occasions – Great elegant watches with high precision |
|
|
Special Crystals Sticking Rectangular Dial Rubber Band Wrist Watch(Blue) $4.31 - Featured special retangular dial with crystals sticking watch – Adjustable and comfortable strap for better dirt and stain resistance – Such fashion causal quartz watches are very charming for all occasions – Great elegant watches with high precision |
|
|
Special Crystals Sticking Rectangular Dial Rubber Band Wrist Watch(Brown) $4.29 - Featured special retangular dial with crystals sticking watch – Adjustable and comfortable strap for better dirt and stain resistance – Such fashion causal quartz watches are very charming for all occasions – Great elegant watches with high precision |
|
|
Free Shipping Wholesale Special Fashionable Big Dial Plate Wide Wristband Women’s Wrist Watch/Watches (White/Black) $7.99 Big dial plate and wide wristband provides you taste of fashion and speciality.White Dial+White Band,White Dial+Black Band |
|
|
Symmons G – DIAL THERMOMETER $232.84 Dial ThermometerColor coded bimetal thermometer, hermetically sealed with shatterproof face, escutcheon & special tee fitting |
|
|
Crystal Dial Watch $199 Secret 50% OFF Special, not accessible from our public site. Use code: PLATINUMCODE. Limited time only. Impressive and striking Haurex watch with a dial embellished with white and colored crystals. Quartz movement, square dial with silver colored hands and embossed leather band. Made in Italy. |
|
|
Dial Mfg. Dial Mfg. Scale Eliminator 5284 $4.01 Scale eliminator Scale Eliminator water supply line scale elinimator Controls scale buildup and corrosion in coolers Special formula holds minerals in suspension by raising the solubility level of the water, reduces mineral buildup on pads and must be used with a bleed off kit of PowerClean purge pump to flush suspended minerals Lasts up to 3 months and is easy-to-install Brand #: Dial Mfg. 5284 UPC: 026529528405 Keywords: scale eliminator wtr spply line |
|
|
A SPECIAL PLACE $350 VACATION HOMEYEAR BUILT 1979 YEAR REMODELED 2006ADDITIONAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION THIS UNIQUE FULLY FURNISHED HOME AND GUEST HOUSE SIT ON 30 ACRES IN A PEACEFUL AND SECLUDED SETTING. THE PROPERTY INCLUDES A 7 ACRE MEADOW SURROUNDED BY 23 ACRES OF WOODED PRIVACY, SWIMMING POND AND WONDERFUL VIEWS OF ROLLING HILLS. SLEEPS 13 WITH 6 BEDROOMS AND A LOFT, 3 BATHS, TWO FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHENS AND DINING AREAS. MAIN HOUSE HAS 3 BEDROOMS AND A LOFT, 2 BATHS, AND INCLUDES A LARGE OCTAGONAL LIVING ROOM WITH ABUNDANT LIGHT, CENTRAL HEATING, VERMONT CASTINGS WOOD BURING STOVE AND THREE DECKS. GUEST HOUSE IS FULLY INDEPENDANT WITH 2.5 BEDROOMS, CENTRAL HEAT AND ALL OTHER AMENITIES. S2K MAX OCCUPANCY 14 MAX NBR OF ROLLAWAYS 0 ROOM DESCRIPTION THIS UNIQUE FULLY FURNISHED HOME AND GUEST HOUSE SITS ON 30 ACRES IN A PEACEFUL AND SECLUDED SETTING. THE PROPERTY INCLUDES A 7 ACRE MEADOW SURROUNDED BY 23 ACRES OF WOODED PRIVACY, SWIMMING POND AND WONDERFUL VIEWS OF THE ROLLING HILLS. SLEEPS 13 WITH 6 BEDROOMS AND LOFT, 3 BATHS, TWO FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHENS AND DINING AREAS. MAIN HOUSE IS 3 BEDROOMS AND LOFT, 2 BATHS, AND INCLUDES A LARGE OCTAGONAL LIVING ROOM WITH ABUNDANT LIGHT, CENTRAL HEATING, VERMONT CASTINGS WOOD BURNING STOVE AND THREE DECKS. GUEST HOUSE IS FULLY INDEPENDENT WITH 2.5 BEDROOMS, CENTRAL HEAT AND ALL OTHER AMENITIES. ROOM AMENITIES 120 DC / 220 DC / AIR CONDITIONING / AM/FM ALARM CLOCK / BATH TUB / BATHROOM AMENITIES / CABLE/SATELLITE TV / COFFEE/TEA MAKER / COLOR TV / DIRECT DIAL TELEPHONE / FIREPLACE / KITCHEN / MICROWAVE / NO SMOKING ROOM / OVEN / PRIVATE BATH OR SHOWER / REFRIGERATOR / SELF CONTROLLED HEATING/COOLING / SHOWER / SLEEPER COUCH/SOFABED / STOVE / TELEPHONE / TELEVISION TECHNOLOGY HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS |
|
|
Simple Design Dial with Swatch Pattern Dial Soft Rubber Band Watch(Red Dial) $3.91 98306- Show your charm with this contemporary styling with advanced technique wristwatch – The personality dial design makes this wristwatch more fashion and stylish – Special buckle design for easy adjustment and secure wear |
|
|
Simple Design Dial with Swatch Pattern Dial Soft Rubber Band Watch(Blue Dial) $3.91 - Show your charm with this contemporary styling with advanced technique wristwatch – The personality dial design makes this wristwatch more fashion and stylish – Special buckle design for easy adjustment and secure wear |
|
|
Simple Design Dial with Swatch Pattern Dial Soft Rubber Band Watch(White Dial) $3.91 - Show your charm with this contemporary styling with advanced technique wristwatch – The personality dial design makes this wristwatch more fashion and stylish – Special buckle design for easy adjustment and secure wear |
|
|
Simple Design Dial with Swatch Pattern Dial Soft Rubber Band Watch(Green Dial) $3.91 - Show your charm with this contemporary styling with advanced technique wristwatch – The personality dial design makes this wristwatch more fashion and stylish – Special buckle design for easy adjustment and secure wear |
|
|
Adee Kaye AK7116-M Men’s Automatic Special Dragon Dial Leather Strap Watch $112.93 Adee Kaye AK7116-M automatic skeleton men’s watch features a 45mm wide solid stainless steel case with a push and pull crown. Adee Kaye AK7116-M is powered by a reliable 20 jewels skeleton automatic movement. This attractive watch also features a shiny silver special dragon embossed dial with black hands and partly open skeleton window leaving you to glimpse the inner workings of movement scratch resistant domed mineral crystal and water resistant to 50 meters. Adee Kaye AK7116-M is equipped with a genuine black Italian leather strap with buckle clasp. Adee Kaye AK7116-M men’s automatic special dragon dial leather strap watch is brand new and comes in an original Adee Kaye gift box and is backed by a 3 year manufacturer warranty. |
|
|
Dial-a-Skill : A Manual of Procedures for Team Members of Special Education and Related Services $9.7 No Synopsis Available |
|
|
Ladies Rectangle Dial Stainless Steel Band Wrist Watch(White Dial) $32.26 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |
|
|
Elit Palas Special Class Hotel – Special Class $167.3 Elit Palas Special Class Hotel Special Class is located in central Ankara, close to Kocatepe Mosque, Ethnographic Museum, and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Nearby points of interest also include Ankara Citadel and Column of Julian. Hotel Features. Elit Palas Special Class Hotel Special Class’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast. This 4 star property has a 24 hour business center and offers small meeting rooms, a meeting/conference room, and secretarial services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Ankara property has 300 square meters of event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. The property has a train station pick up service, which is complimentary. Business services, concierge services, limo/town car service, and tour/ticket assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a coffee shop/caf? and laundry facilities. Extended parking privileges may be offered to guests after check out (surcharge). The property has designated areas for smoking. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2007. Guestrooms. 35 air conditioned guestrooms at Elit Palas Special Class Hotel Special Class feature minibars and laptop compatible safes. Accommodations offer city or garden views. Beds come with Select Comfort mattresses, down blankets, and premium bedding. These individually furnished and decorated rooms include desks. Bathrooms feature bathtubs with handheld showerheads. They also offer bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. Wired high speed and wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to complimentary newspapers and safes, guestrooms offer direct dial phones as well as free local calls (restrictions may apply). Satellite television is provided. Rooms also include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water. Guests may request irons/ironing boards and wake up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Official Turkey Classification provided by Turkey Ministry of TourismTurkey Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Turkey. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. Notifications:Minimum Spring Break check in age is 18 years old. Official Turkey Classification provided by Turkey Ministry of TourismTurkey Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Turkey. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. Notifications:Minimum Spring Break che |
|
|
Fashion Square Dial Leather Rhinestone Mechanical Wrist Watch(White Dial) $46.74 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – The watch is also a good gift for successful or beloved people – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! – The small dials display week-day,date and 12/24H |
|
|
Luxury Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch with Date(White Dial) $48.81 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! – The small dials display week-day,date,12/24H |
|
|
Luxury Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch with Date(Golden Dial) $48.81 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! – The small dials display date,weekday and 12/24H |
|
|
Fashionable Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch with Date(White Dial) $76.87 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |
|
|
Cool Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch(White Dial) $57.33 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |
|
|
Fashion Golden Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch(White Dial) $83.02 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |
|
|
Stylish Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch(Black Dial) $40 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |
|
|
Elegant Round Dial Leather Mechanical Wrist Watch with Date(White Dial) $48.6 - This Fashion Wrist Watch can show your special character and personality – The watch with high quality material protects dial from scratches and scrapes – This watch makes it a simple, versatile timepiece great for everyday wear – The precise surface decent watch is very charming for all occasions – Band Material: Leather – Material: Stainless Steel – Comes with a box! |