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Title: Swiss Watchmaking Master Joins Qannati Lab in Bahrain, Marking a New Era in Gulf Horology

Manama, Bahrain – May 6, 2025. Qannati Objet d’Art, the Bahrain-based luxury maison known for its fusion of heritage and innovation, proudly welcomes Swiss master watchmaker Pierre Christe to Bahrain for a week-long residency at Qannati Lab, hosted at Bahrain Polytechnic.Christe, one of the most respected educators in Swiss horology and a certified trainer for the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie (FHH) and instructor at WOSTEP, will lead intensive sessions from May 4 to 8, offering students hands-on training in movement assembly, polishing, and fine finishing."Pierre’s presence in Bahrain is more than symbolic,it’s a turning point.  "His legacy in global luxury watchmaking and commitment to craft is exactly what our region needs as we nurture the next generation of makers, designers, and innovators."said Mahmood Qannati, Founder of Qannati Objet d’Art. Qannati Lab is the GCC’s first hands-on horology and luxury prototyping facility. It blends applied design, engineering, and storytelling,offering not only products, but a platform for cultural expression and creative industry development in the region.This visit is the latest chapter in Qannati’s growing global footprint, following its recent feature in The New York Times and the unveiling of its Pearl Editions, a ready-to-wear collection made in Bahrain and rooted in the Kingdom’s rich pearl heritage.Qannati’s support of Bahrain Polytechnic’s has enabled to integrate education, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship,setting a benchmark for future-facing industries in the GCC. Qannati’s work complements wider efforts across the Gulf to build sovereign creative capability, nurture skilled artisans, and open new channels of cultural export.  A Rare Interview OpportunityPierre Christe has agreed to a l...

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