George Daniels 100 Exhibition to Open in Singapore
The upcoming exhibition features 22 rare timepieces to celebrate the centenary of George Daniels.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Collecting
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The George Daniels 100 exhibition will debut in Singapore on November 12, 2026, showcasing 22 significant timepieces. This collection celebrates the centenary of the birth of the master horologist.
Why it matters
The exhibition highlights the legacy of George Daniels, who mastered 32 of 34 watchmaking disciplines to create his complex timepieces. It marks a rare opportunity to view his intricate work in public.
Each George Daniels timepiece required more than 2,500 hours to complete. The collection on display represents a significant portion of his life's work, which totaled just 24 pocket watches and two wristwatches.
The players
George Daniels
He was a renowned watchmaker who mastered nearly all disciplines required to build a watch by hand.
Phillips
This auction house specializes in fine art and horology and is organizing the exhibition.
Bacs & Russo
They act as a specialized watch department operating in association with the auction house Phillips.
The Hour Glass
This is a luxury watch retailer and partner in the coordination of the Singapore exhibition.
The details
Staged by Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo and The Hour Glass, the show features both the Space Traveller I and Space Traveller II pocket watches. The exhibit also includes a new documentary produced by Phillips regarding the watchmaker.
Timeline
November 12, 2026: The George Daniels 100 exhibition opens in Singapore.
November 13-15, 2026: Public viewing days occur in Singapore.
February 9-14, 2027: The exhibition runs at Phillips in London.
Culture Shift
This exhibition underscores a shift toward preserving and celebrating the artisanal history of mechanical watchmaking as a fine art. It follows a growing cultural trend where collectors prioritize the provenance and technical mastery of individual master watchmakers.
Enthusiasts and collectors in Singapore and London can view these rare pieces in person during the exhibition dates. Attendance requires checking for specific ticketing or public viewing availability on the organizer websites.
The takeaway
Collectors should note that viewing these specific timepieces is a rare opportunity given the limited number of watches Daniels created. Prospective buyers and enthusiasts can look for these pieces to gauge their influence on modern independent watchmaking.
Further reading
Learn more about the market for rare timepieces in our Collecting section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Haute Time.
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