The story of one of the greatest scandals in French history, the Affaire du Collier de la Reine, which irrevocably contributed to the downfall of the monarchy under Louis XVI. At the heart of this fascinating intrigue, a priceless diamond necklace commissioned by Louis XV from the jewelers Boehmer and Bassange, and originally intended for […]
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In 1960, Prince Aga Khan commissioned Cartier to make an exceptional brooch for his future wife, Nina Dyer, incorporating an emerald of unrivalled quality. This masterpiece was included in the first Christie’s Geneva jewelry auction, held on May 1, 1969. Almost 55 years later, the brooch reappeared at Christie’s and was sold for the record
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The result of the creative genius and expertise of Lucien Falize and Germain Bapst, this bracelet in gold, enamel and diamonds, made around 1887 and offered by the Macklowe Gallery in New York, is the perfect testimony to this extraordinary partnership, which for just a few years produced jewelry of exceptional finesse and refinement. Bapst
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Explorons ensemble l’histoire fascinante et tragique des bijoux des Romanov après la Révolution russe et l’assassinat de la famille impériale. Certains de ces joyaux, témoins d’une époque révolue, ont survécu aux bouleversements révolutionnaires et à la fin de la Russie impériale. Mais que sont devenus ces objets inestimables après la chute des Romanov ? Comment
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“Diamonds are forever”. De Beers may not have realized it at the time, but this advertising slogan completely revolutionized the world of diamonds. A symbol of eternity and strength, these precious stones, steeped in history and legend, have captured the imagination of millions of people through the ages. Even today, diamonds remain the stone of
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If you’re an Art Nouveau jewelry lover visiting New York, the Macklowe Gallery is presenting an exceptional exhibition devoted to René Lalique, featuring an extraordinary collection that reveals the extent of this talented jeweler’s artistic genius during the Art Nouveau period, until September 26. ©Macklowe Gallery “To seek beauty is a more worthy aim than
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L’École des Arts Joailliers has taken up quarters at the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau on boulevard Montmartre in the 9th arrondissement. For its inauguration, the School is presenting a new exhibition, this time focused on the stage jewelry of the Comédie-Française. Designed to create illusion, worn by actors through the ages, they are no less precious
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René Lalique (1860-1945) is an emblematic figure of Art Nouveau, renowned for revolutionizing jewelry by integrating artistic innovation and daring materials into his creations. At a time when haute joaillerie focused primarily on the brilliance of precious stones, Lalique distinguished himself by giving priority to form, symbolism and aesthetics. René Lalique René Lalique was born
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https://youtu.be/2aBfamQSDEM Discover the captivating world of Seaman Schepps jewelry through this exclusive video in which Anthony Hopenhajm, the current owner of the Maison, talks about the history and sources of inspiration of Schepps. With a penchant for exotic gems such as jade and lapis, Seaman Schepps has revolutionized the world of jewelry by emphasizing originality
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Plaque de cou necklace by Henri Dubret ©Macklowe Gallery Art Nouveau is an artistic movement that emerged in Europe at the end of the 19th century and continued to develop until the beginning of the 20th century. The movement was marked by a search for new, organic forms inspired by nature and Japanese aesthetics. In
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