Million Dollar Hip Hop Watches - by Leon Schäfers & Jeanette Lang & Tobias Kargoll (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of hip-hop luxury watches with "Million Dollar Hip Hop Watches". This coffee table book by the editors of hiphop.de, Leon Schäfers, Jeanette Lang and Tobias Kargoll, reveals the multi-layered history of rap through the scene's most emblematic watches. Embark on a journey from the beginnings of hip-hop in the streets of the Bronx to global recognition, illustrated by the iconic watches of rappers and megastars such as Travis Scott, Kanye West and Jay-Z.

At the heart of this opulent display of "Ice", the essential components of hip-hop style, are the luxury watches. These timepieces are not just functional objects, but central expressions of identity and status within the scene. The book sheds light on the connection between rap and luxury watches by highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship of brands such as Rolex, Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe. Experience the unmistakable style and cultural influence that these distinctive timepieces have on the rap community.

With 320 pages of pure luxury, finished with gold foil, this impressive illustrated book is not only a must-have for watch lovers, but also a stylish decorative highlight for your home. Perfect for coffee table enthusiasts, it offers exciting insights into the changing trends and timeless classics of hip-hop watch culture.

Whether it's the Rolex Datejust by 2Pac or the bespoke masterpieces by Jacob & Co.-"Million Dollar Hip Hop Watches" captures both the historical and current trends of the scene. Be inspired by the extravagant designs and individual expressiveness that make this jewelry true status symbols in hip-hop.

Immerse yourself in the opulent world of hip-hop watches and secure your VIP pass to a lifestyle full of glitz, glamor and "ice". A must for all collectors, hip-hop enthusiasts and those who want to experience the symbiosis of music, art and luxury at first hand.

Review Quotes

"Buckle up as Million Dollar Hip Hop Watches (above) is an unapologetic chronicle of a cultural phenomenon: the rise of iced-up watches in the hip-hop culture. Published by TeNeues--known for sleek, design-forward books--the volume celebrates the intersection of identity, craftsmanship, and spectacle. It documents how watches became a form of expression and status, evolving from simple timekeepers into dazzling symbols of success, resilience, and artistry."-- "The Jewellery Editor"

"Revealing the emotional ties between a revolutionary culture and the timepieces that are its most potent."-- "CONDE NAST TRAVELLER"

""Million Dollar Hip Hop Watches," which explores the evolution of watches within hip-hop history through its 320 pages. It was published in September in Britain and Europe and on Nov. 11 in the United States ($125) The book was developed by Tobias Kargoll, the project's editorial director; Leon Schäfers, who wrote most of the text; and Jeanette Lang, who searched out photographs (such as the one showing the American rapper Young Thug with his iced-out Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph Ref. 5980). Everyone on the team that developed the book works for ManeraMedia, a hip-hop marketing agency in Düsseldorf, Germany, and its online magazine, hiphop.de."-- "The New York Times"

"The book not only features these artists but discusses what it meant for them to own, wear, and include the watches in their music."-- "National Jeweler"

"More than just a collection of approximately 300 color photographs, the volume aims to explore the emotional ties between the culture and the timepieces that represent aspiration and triumph."-- "Maxim"