Hublot Unveils Two New Timepieces At Dubai Watch Week
The Swiss luxury watchmaker, along with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, join forces with calligraphy artist Wissam Shawkat to unveil two new creations
The 6th biannual Dubai Watch Week Exhibition has been taking place with November 20 marking its last day. The exhibition, hosted at Dubai International Financial Centre, has seen a myriad of timeless watches being unveiled.
Over the weekend Hublot, along with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, released two new exceptional edition timepieces: the Classic Fusion Black Magic Dubai Watch Week pieces. The watches were designed by the renowned and award-winning calligraphy artist Wissam Shawkat.
Hublot’s brand embodies innovation and artistic expression that perfectly aligns with Wissam’s exceptional talent that consistently aims to push boundaries in the industry.
The two timepieces are inspired by Arabic words and phrases boasting intricate calligraphy designs on the dials. The calligraphy, carefully completed by Wissam, showcases bright colours against the watches’ black cases reading “Al Zaman” and “Al Waqt”, meaning time in Arabic.
The design illustrates the blend of Arabic culture and calligraphy with the brand.
The watch is in 42-mm cases along with a Hublot black ceramic bezel with a unique twist in the dial. The new creation also has an alligator strap and black steel buckle, further highlighting the calligraphy against the watch’s background. Wissam’s beautiful artwork echoes Dubai’s dunes and picturesque skyline.
For those seeking a more luxurious piece, there is the Classic Fusion Black Magic Diamonds Dubai Watch Week 38-mm. This timepiece has 36 brilliantly cut black diamonds carefully set against the black anodized aluminium bezel.
“The Hublot Classic Fusion collection is very well-liked among our Emirati clients, and we are very pleased to dedicate two special edition timepieces for them,” Hublot Regional Director of Latin America, Middle East and Africa, David Tedeschi, said. “We promised to provide excellent and culturally relevant luxury alongside unique creativity; we are confident that these timepieces – perfect for men & women – will be enjoyed and sought after.”
“We are excited to commemorate these two extraordinary timepieces with Hublot, a symbol of our dedication to our clients, Hublot, and Dubai Watch Week,” Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Chief Commercial Officer, Mohammed Abdulmagied Seddiqi said. “This collaboration is a tribute to our rich heritage and culture, representing unique artistic techniques in partnership with the incredibly talented artist, Wissam Shawkat.”
Wissam Shawkat mentions, “It is an honour to be collaborating with Hublot and to get the opportunity to showcase my take on Arabian heritage infused into luxury watchmaking. Inspired by my deeply rooted appreciation for our language and culture, it is a joyous experience to draw inspiration from various words & phrases and to design two exquisite timepieces.”
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