A. Lange & Sohne celebrates 30 years of the iconic Lange 1 with S'pore exhibition

German luxury watchmaker A. Lange & Sohne is bringing a slice of horological history to Singapore with an exhibition, 30 Years Of The Lange 1.

- Wong Kim Hoh

To be held at the Ion Orchard Atrium from Oct 24 to 29, the exhibition promises a fascinating journey into the past, present and future of one of the watch world's most iconic designs.

Besides standout pieces from the Lange 1 collection, watch enthusiasts can look forward to live demonstrations and hear stories from Singaporean collectors about their Lange timepieces.

The Lange 1 made its debut in 1994 and quickly earned its place in watch history with a distinctive design that breaks convention and meticulous craftsmanship which blends tradition with innovation.

More significantly, this model tells a story of rebirth and resilience, embodying A. Lange & Sohne's remarkable comeback.

Launched as the first major release after Germany's reunification, which took place from 1989 to 1991, the Lange 1 symbolises the revival of both the brand and Glashutte, a small town in Saxony known as a watchmaking hub. The town was part of East Germany until the reunification.

Glashutte's legacy was nearly lost after the town was bombed during World War II and subsequently occupied by Soviet forces.