Discover the work of Hervé Obligi, glyptic engraver and hardstone marquetry artisan, a master of his craft for over thirty years. Working with Australian jasper, Chinese jade, Afghan lapis lazuli or pietersite, he shapes unique pieces where each mineral is chosen for its colour, beauty and potential. Invited by the house of Cartier in Tokyo, …
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For its 10th edition, GemGenève presented an immersive exhibition celebrating the artisan’s skilled hand and the transformation of raw materials into exceptional works of art. Bringing together more than 130 works from institutional and private collections, the exhibition explored the dialogue between nature and craftsmanship through materials such as imperial jade, onyx, amber and coral, …
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A look back at the off-site evening dedicated to the exhibitors of GemGenève on the occasion of this special 10th anniversary edition. Because our exhibitors are truly at the heart of GemGenève, it was important for us to dedicate this evening to them, a moment designed for sharing and celebration in a warm and convivial …
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GemGenève Ceremony Awards for the following student projects: • Jewels of Italy Contest with Laura Inghirami, Galdus School and Tarì Design School • An American in Paris Contest with Grand Théâtre de Genève and HEAD Genève • Gouaché Contest : C’est Gonflé ! with CFP Arts Genève, École Technique de la Vallée de Joux, CPNE …
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Cette table ronde réunira les représentants de plusieurs collections privées (Fondation Baur, Gilbert Collection, Servais Family Collection, Bulgari) pour aborder les enjeux de visibilité et de durabilité dans le temps de leurs collections respectives. Stratégie d’exposition, d’acquisition de pièces, de donation, d’inaliénabilité de la collection, de prêt, d’espace d’exposition en propre… Autant de choix pris …
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Les secrets de l’or blanc. La pureté et la beauté de l’ivoire ont depuis toujours fasciné l’homme. Des Vénus préhistoriques aux bijoux de Lalique, des trônes de rois aux Vierges gothiques, des miroirs de l’ancienne Égypte aux netsukes japonais, l’homme a sculpté, gravé, ciselé cette noble matière pour témoigner de son histoire et de ses …
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La récente découverte de pièces d’agate d’origine indubitablement indienne dans la collection de pierres dures de la couronne de France a amené à poser un nouveau regard sur les collections analogues en Europe. On y a ainsi découvert de très nombreux objets en agate, cristal, cornaline et jaspe sanguin fabriqués au Gujarat et exportés vers …
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Few materials have travelled as far — or meant as much — as jade. From Mughal imperial workshops to the Chinese court of Qianlong, from the shores of Lake Baikal to the auction rooms of Hong Kong, jade has been a currency of power, beauty, and meaning across centuries and civilisations. But it has also …
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Gemmes ornementales : la nouvelle frontière créative – expertise, marché et nouvelles exigences du secteur Et si l’avenir de la joaillerie et de l’horlogerie ne se jouait plus uniquement dans la transparence parfaite d’un saphir, mais dans la puissance expressive des matières ? Les gemmes ornementales s’imposent plus que jamais aujourd’hui comme un terrain d’expérimentation …
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Since Antiquity, opal has fascinated with its subtle play of colors. Sometimes seen as a magical, divine, or cursed stone, it has crossed centuries, arousing the curiosity of artists, writers, and scientists alike. From Greek myths to Aboriginal beliefs, and through the dark tales of the 19th century, this gem has continuously fueled legends. But …
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For centuries, jewelry has served as a powerful language of symbolism, memory, and identity. Among its enduring motifs is the memento mori, a reminder of life’s fragility and the inevitability of death. This symbolism reached a deeply personal expression during the Victorian era, when mourning jewelry became both an intimate tribute and a cultural phenomenon. …
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