Inside Patek Philippe’s Passion for Workmanship Exhibition
Patek Philippe’s Passion for Workmanship exhibition made its Middle East debut in Dubai, bringing the maison’s 2026 novelties, current collection and watchmaking heritage to collectors and enthusiasts in the region.
Held at Al Shindagha Museum Visitor Centre from 12-13 May, this was the exhibition’s first stop in the Patek Philippe novelty tour. For Ahmed Seddiqi, this carries deep significance. As family businesses, both names share a belief in continuity, stewardship and long-term trust, giving the exhibition meaning beyond the watches on display.The event celebrates a relationship that dates back to 1960 and allows us to open the maison’s world to our collector community.
The 2026 novelties, seen in person
The Dubai exhibition brought collectors closer to the maison’s latest expressions of technical ambition, artistic craft and design evolution, including highlights across Grand Complications, Rare Handcrafts and the current collection.
Among the notable releases were the first Patek Philippe grand complication wristwatch to display the times of sunrise and sunset, the first grand complication in the Cubitus collection, and a grand complication featuring a 24-hour alarm function.
Together, these creations reflect a central part of Patek Philippe’s identity, which is the ability to move watchmaking forward without losing sight of the traditions, skills and values that define the maison.
A relationship shaped over generations
The exhibition’s Middle East debut in Dubai speaks to the evolution of the region’s collector community.
Collectors here are increasingly informed, curious and engaged. They are looking to see the latest pieces and to understand the thinking behind them: the craft, the complications, the design choices and the values that shape a maison’s point of view.
For Ahmed Seddiqi, this is where access becomes most meaningful. Moments like this create the space for collectors to see more, ask better questions and build a deeper appreciation for fine watchmaking.
In bringing Patek Philippe’s Passion for Workmanship exhibition to the city, Ahmed Seddiqi helped mark a significant moment for the maison, for the region, and for the collectors who continue to shape its horological culture.
