Ever wondered what sets a timepiece apart from a mere instrument? It's the confluence of heritage, innovation, and artistry, a trinity embodied by Lange & Shne.

The saga of Lange & Shne is a testament to the enduring spirit of German watchmaking. It all began with Ferdinand Adolph Lange, a Dresden native who honed his craft as a master watchmaker. Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge, he ventured to France, the epicenter of horological precision during that era. Immersing himself in the French techniques, he absorbed the intricacies of advanced watchmaking. Returning to his homeland, he brought with him a wealth of expertise that would forever transform the landscape of horology in Glashtte. He passed on his knowledge and passion to his sons, Emil and Richard Lange, ensuring the legacy would continue.

Full Name	Ferdinand Adolph Lange
Birth Date	February 25, 1815
Birth Place	Dresden, Germany
Death Date	December 3, 1875
Nationality	German
Occupation	Watchmaker, Entrepreneur, Politician
Known For	Founding A. Lange & Shne, establishing Glashtte as a center of German watchmaking
Spouse(s)	Antoinette Friedericke Emilie Lange (ne Pfefferkorn)
Children	Emil Lange, Richard Lange, and others
Education	Technische Bildungsanstalt (Technical Education Institute) of Dresden
Career Highlights	Apprenticeship as a watchmaker Travel to Paris to study watchmaking techniques Founded A. Lange & Shne in 1845 Served as mayor of Glashtte (1848-1866) Developed innovative watchmaking tools and techniques
Professional Information	Master Watchmaker Founder of A. Lange & Shne Pioneer of German watchmaking
Legacy	Established Glashtte as a prominent watchmaking center A. Lange & Shne became a symbol of German precision and craftsmanship His innovations and commitment to quality continue to influence the watchmaking industry
Website	A. Lange & Shne Official Website