Jean-Marc Vacheron
| Jean-Marc Vacheron | |
|---|---|
| Born |
April 29, 1731 Geneva, Switzerland |
| Died |
1805 (aged 73–74) |
| Residence | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Nationality | Swiss |
| Occupation | Horologist |
Jean-Marc Vacheron (1731–1805) was a Swiss horologist and a founder of Vacheron Constantin watch company.
Early life
Jean-Marc Vacheron was born in 1731 in Geneva, Switzerland.[1] His father was Jean-Jacques Vacheron.[1]
Career
Vacheron opened his watch shop in 1755.[1]
His timepieces naturally bore the name "Jean-Marc Vacheron". At that time he was 24 years old and was one of many cabinotiers-watchmakers who specialized in the production of certain components, selling them to so-called etablisseurs. The watchmakers were called cabinotiers in honor of the well-lit cabinets on the top floors of the houses in Geneva's Saint-Gervais neighborhood where they worked.[2]
Personal life
Vacheron had five children. His sons Louis Andre (born in 1755) and Abraham (born in 1760) followed in his footsteps.
Death
He died in 1805.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Jean-Marc Vacheron: 1731 - 1805, Suisse" (in French). Le Point.
- ↑ "Vacheron Constantin Atelier Cabinotiers". worldtempus. Retrieved 17 August 2013.
- WatchTime Magazine - Edition Vacheron Constantin special (October 2009)