Assouline Spotlights Richard Mille in Its 'The Impossible Collection'

Summary

• Assouline is releasing Richard Mille: The Impossible Collection,  a lavish coffee table book dedicated to the innovative and high-tech world of Richard Mille watches
• Written by Fabienne Reybaud, the book explores how Richard Mille revolutionized Swiss watchmaking

Assouline, the renowned luxury book publisher, is set to release Richard Mille: The Impossible Collection, a lavish coffee table book dedicated to the innovative and high-tech world of Richard Mille watches. This meticulously crafted volume joins Assouline’s prestigious Impossible Collection series, known for showcasing the ultimate in various luxury domains.

Authored by luxury watch expert Fabienne Reybaud, the book delves into the relatively short but incredibly impactful history of Richard Mille, a brand often dubbed the “bad boy” of contemporary high horology. It will explore how Richard Mille has revolutionized Swiss watchmaking in under 25 years by infusing new materials, techniques, and concepts, drawing inspiration from aeronautics, automobiles, and sports. The book is expected to feature a curated selection of the brand’s most iconic and rare timepieces.

“Richard Mille: The Impossible Collection” is a substantial volume, weighing approximately 9-10 kg (around 17.8 to 20.5 pounds) and spanning around 224 pages with 190 illustrations. It comes as a handcrafted volume presented in a luxury clamshell case, with the cover and clamshell featuring a textured rubber reminiscent of a Richard Mille watch band.

The book is now available online. It will be available for approximately $1,400 USD. This publication is highly anticipated by watch enthusiasts and collectors, offering a definitive visual and narrative guide to one of the most prized and unique watch brands in the world.