Vintage items are more than just old things from the past. They are witnesses of bygone eras, carrying with them priceless historical value and generations of stories that stretch from then to now. Their timeless beauty is immeasurable.
Ithraeyat recently interviewed Maha Alhussain, a Saudi in Riyadh who started her own vintage shop by collecting rare books, cups, kitchenware, watches and many more vintage items.
Back in 2015, it started as a hobby as I enjoyed collecting rare book editions and selective home decor collections, as well couture designer pieces.
I decided to sell some of my inventory back then as many items were high in demand. I enjoyed it so much I didn’t want to stop and so I established it as a business.
Omega watch from 1959. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
“Travels in Arabia” is a hardcover book by American poet Bayard Taylor (1825-1878). The book documents the life of pilgrimage in Arabia during the mid 19th century as the author travels to Mecca and Madina and illustrates what he sees. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
“Travels in Arabia” is a hardcover book by American poet Bayard Taylor (1825-1878). The book documents the life of pilgrimage in Arabia during the mid 19th century as the author travels to Mecca and Madina and illustrates what he sees. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Books. Books have always been a source of joy for many people. Some would collect for personal use and some would pass it to loved ones as gifts.
Rolex from the 1920s and Omega from 1956. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
“Where do you find these beautiful collections?”
Extremely rare 18K solid white gold Chopard watch - King Khalid Special Edition that dates back to 1981. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
I’m a collector myself and I find the pieces and the act of collecting them fascinating.
Omega watch from 1939. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Omega watches from the 1950s and 1960s are highly in demand currently as the designs are both more feminine and iconic at the same time.
Exquisite 18K Gold Montreux Swiss pocket watch. Courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Yes, I currently have an 18K Gold Montreux Swiss pocket watch brooch, dating from the early 20th century.
Enjoy a few more choice pieces from the collection below:
Life magazine with King Abdulaziz AlSaud (May 31, 1943), courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Omega watch from 1968, courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Omega watch from 1939, courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Omega watch from 1956, courtesy of Crystal Ages.
Vintage Kodak folding camera from the 1930s, courtesy of Crystal Ages.
