On November 11, 2024, in the heart of the historical center of Baku, on Aziz Aliyev Street, 3, Italdizain opened the third Royal Collection jewelry and watch boutique.
The concept of the Royal Collection is based on the inextricable connection between generations and respect for the world cultural heritage, and the philosophy is aimed at presenting connoisseurs of jewelry and watchmaking the best examples of these crafts performed by European brands.
The Royal Collection is truly precious: within the walls of one of the most beautiful historical mansions in the capital of Azerbaijan, hand-made masterpieces of European jewelry houses and watch manufactories were found. These include Italian jewelry brands Leo Pizzo, Utopia, Pasquale Bruni, Roberto Coin, Nanis, French jewelry houses Messika and Dinh Van, and British jewelry house Stephen Webster.
The Royal Collection is proud of its selection of watches: the boutique presents collections of famous Swiss watch manufacturers Omega, Tag Heuer, Breitling. The picture is complemented by elegant products from the legendary accessories brand STDupont.
The architectural context of the historical center of Baku creates an organic aesthetic environment for the new boutique, located in a building with a rich history. The luxurious mansion on Mikhailovskaya Street, later renamed Zevin Street and today known to Baku residents as Aziz Aliyev Street, was built in the 1890s and is located hundreds of meters from the Maiden Tower. It entered the history of the capital of Azerbaijan as the apartment building of the outstanding oil industrialist, public figure and member of the city duma Sadikh Mashadi Mamed Zakiyev.
The entrepreneur was one of the most influential oil industrialists in the country in the 19th century. The oil company M. Zeynalov and Co., which he headed, was engaged in the production, refining and export of oil, and became one of the largest oil-industrial companies of its time. Zakiyev’s generous charitable activities also earned him the respect of his compatriots: he financed the construction of schools, hospitals, mosques and other public institutions. The successful entrepreneur also served as a member of the Baku City Duma and made a significant contribution to the development of the city’s economy and infrastructure.
The mansion entered the history of Baku not only thanks to its extraordinary owner, but also due to its spectacular architectural design: before us is one of the most striking and intriguing buildings in the historical center of the capital of Azerbaijan, an architectural monument of its era. The impressive three-story mansion with pilasters, volumetric elements and balconies absorbed the atmosphere of the oil boom era. Over the years, the outstanding cinematographer Khan Yusif oglu Babayev, the statesman and diplomat Aziz Mammad Kerim oglu Aliyev, the famous opera singer Zeinab Yahya kyzy Khanlarova, the pianist and composer Farhad Shamsi oglu Badalbeyli lived here.
The interconnection of cultures, continuity of generations, respect for history and cultural heritage are an integral part of the Royal Collection philosophy. The choice of an iconic architectural object as a home for a new jewelry boutique, where iconic Italian, French, and Swiss brands of watches, jewelry and accessories are collected, is a deeply symbolic decision. Jewelry masterpieces from the most famous houses in Europe sound elegant, expressive and bright in the context of the historical heritage of Baku, emphasizing the idea of the interconnection of eras, traditions and cultures.
About Italdizain
Italdizain is a leading Azerbaijani company founded in 1996. The company has become synonymous with luxury and exceptional quality, offering a wide range of premium products. Today Italdizain is a chain of luxury boutiques specializing in jewelry, watches, art and interior design. The brand has earned recognition for its attention to detail and commitment to excellence, bringing global standards of prestige and style to the Azerbaijani market.