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Antoine De Saint-Exupéry and the Fondation

Initially published in 1943, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s novel “The Little Prince” has since been translated into more than 600 languages and dialects. The story follows a young prince on his journey through space to different planets. Through his conversations with their peculiar inhabitants, he learns important lessons about profound philosophical themes such as love, loss and friendship.

20 Years of Collaboration.

20 years ago, IWC Schaffhausen began to collaborate with the descendants of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The brand marks this milestone with an extensive new collection dedicated to «The Little Prince», the most famous literary work from the French aviation pioneer and author.

Color photo of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry sitting in the sun

A partnership founded on common values

IWC Schaffhausen began collaborating with the heirs of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry in 2006. The first project was a Pilot’s Watch Chronograph dedicated to the famous French author and aviator. Since then, IWC has also joined forces with the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, which champions the author’s humanistic values. The partnership is best known for the blue-dial editions dedicated to “The Little Prince.”

Multiple hands touching a tactile print based upon an illustration from Le Petit Prince

A group photo with children and older adults with the Le Petit Prince book

Two elderly men with a copy of the Le Petit Prince book

Special Editions Le Petit Prince

With its “Le Petit Prince” collection, IWC combines the technical sophistication of its Pilot’s Watches with the poetic world of the Little Prince. These models are characterized by their deep-blue dials with a sunray finish, evoking the vastness of space and reflecting the Little Prince’s journey. They also feature engraved motifs and miniature medallions that pay tribute to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s timeless tale.