Jewelry Watch: “Zellige” / Custom-made

Custom-made watch made for a client / Unique piece

Inspiration

The "Zellige" watch is inspired by a fragment of Zellige from Tlemcen in Algeria dating from the 14th century, currently on display at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The art of Zellige, characterized by the infinite repetition of geometric patterns and colors, embodies the fundamental principle of the Islamic Sacred Arts: “Harmony is born from unity in multiplicity” (al-wahda fil-kuthra). This harmonious repetition, generating a hypnotic pulsation, invites meditation on the grandeur and functioning of the universe.

Model Specifics

• Off-center time
• Central seconds
• Multi-level dial
• Grade AA Lapis Lazuli sculpted by our workshop
• Upper and lower rings in solid Argentium
• Diameter: 42mm
• Thickness: 10.7mm
• Transparent background
• Front/rear windows in sapphire crystal
• Automatic movement
• Bracelet with folding clasp

Technical characteristics of the movement

• Movement: Caliber ETA 2671
• Diameter: 17.5mm
• Height: 4.8mm
• Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/h)
• Gemstone: 25 jewels
• Power reserve: 38 hours
• Swiss-made

Techniques used

• Lapis Lazuli is hand carved using diamond tools.
• The original Frame is first sculpted in wax, then made in Argentium using the lost wax casting technique.
• We carry out carving , foundry , setting and polishing in our premises.

Symbolic

• Lapis Lazuli : Among the Sumerians, it represents the celestial vault and was considered the "stone of stones", revered for its cosmic symbolism of the starry night in pre-Columbian America (CHGH). Its unique color creates an aura of tenderness and sympathy (FLAM).

Ancient Beliefs

• Dreaming of Lapis lazuli portends a favorable situation (DERR, CANA).
• Arguing about Lapis lazuli in a dream advises not to sign a contract lightly in the following days (DERR, CANA).

Sources

• CHGH: Jean CHEVALIER, Alain GHEERBRANDT, Dictionary of symbols , Paris, (c) R. Laffont, Collection “Bouquins”, 1989.
• FLAM: Elie-Charles FLAMAND, Les Pierres Magiques , Paris, (c) Courrier du Livre, 1981.
• DERR: Denis DERRIAD, Amulets and Talismans , Paris, (c) Solar, 1986.
• CANA: Pierre CANAVAGGIO, Dictionary of superstitions and popular beliefs , Paris, (c) Verviers, Marabout, 1977.

Add an exceptional piece to your collection with the “Zellige” watch, a fusion of tradition, art and watchmaking expertise