ESQ by Movado, meaning "always in motion", is the hallmark of some of the most famous timepieces ever created. Since its founding in 1881 by 19 year old entrepreneur Archille Ditesheim in the village of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, Movado has achieved a legacy of design innovation, earning more than 100 patents and 200 international awards for artistry and innovation in watch design and time technology.