Engraving, often underestimated in the artistic realm, proves to be a subtle combination of strength and finesse. Engravers transform raw surfaces into delicately sculpted works, preserving the very essence of the material. Every chisel stroke, every groove, is executed with extreme precision to breathe life into timeless pieces. It’s a journey between the tool and …
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Découvrez l’art du vitrail avec Béatrice Binétruy, qui réinvente cet art ancien mêlant tradition et innovation. D’origine franco-suisse, formée en illustration, elle a reconverti sa carrière dans le vitrail en Suisse, où elle travaille depuis 2020 à Monthey. Elle crée et restaure des vitraux, fabrique des objets décoratifs en verre mais également des bijoux avec …
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The art of marquetry, a subtle alliance of wood and creativity, elevates craftsmanship to the status of art. This ancient technique demands millimeter precision in the selection, cutting, and assembly of different wood species. Each piece, chosen with care, merges into an elaborate puzzle, creating visually stunning patterns. The meticulous assembly reveals the skill of …
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Gold lace represents the harmonious union between the airy delicacy of lace and the precious splendor of gold. Initiated in the workshops of royal courts, this form of craftsmanship sees the expert hands of lacemakers transform golden threads into pieces of unparalleled elegance. Beyond adorning noble clothing, gold lace also enhances accessories and liturgical elements, …
Read more “Meet the Gold lace-maker… Sara Bran”
In the 7th season of her jewellery-themed podcast Il était une fois le bijou, Anne Desmarest de Jotemps explores the fascinating world of Tsavorite and Paraiba, two trendy and colourful gemstones. Recorded at GemGenève, a cultural event renowned for its rich diversity of jewellery-related topics, this episode brings together voices from across the gem industry: Théodore …
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Dans le cosmos qu’est le monde de la joaillerie, les sujets sont nombreux et variés, tels autant de galaxies qui gravitent ensemble dans le système planétaire joaillier que GemGenève a construit. Ce salon, devenu un véritable événement culturel, offre à ses exposants comme à ses visiteurs un ensemble de thématiques à explorer autour du bijou, …
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For this episode, Anne Desmarest de Jotemps present to you a collector’s stone: Grandidierite. We don’t yet know if the big houses will create jewelry with this rare gem, but collectors are already snapping it up and even sellers are having trouble parting with it! Of course, this exceptional gem was present at Gemgeneve: Kunal …
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In the cosmos of the jewellery world, the subjects are as varied and diverse as the galaxies that orbit together in the planetary system of jewellery we have created with GemGenève. GemGenève, which has become a cultural event, offers us, the exhibitors and visitors, a wide range of themes surrounding jewellery and shares its insights …
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« Always be aware of your surroundings » with Henna Kothari. The Memories of a Little Girl Whose Father is One of the World’s Leading Gem Dealers: A Unique Profession and a Passion that Involves Risks and Requires Constant Vigilance. This was indeed the first piece of advice her father gave her: ‘Always be aware …
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Le Projet Ambitieux d’Imagem : Le Challenge du Bilan Carbone Les questions de responsabilité sociale et environnementale, « nouvelles et souvent lourdes administrativement pour une petite entreprise », prennent une importance croissante dans le monde professionnel. Face à ces défis, L-Imagem a décidé de franchir un pas significatif en élaborant un bilan carbone pour l’extraction …
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Le Mystère des Poinçons avec Vanessa Cron : Dans cet épisode, nous mettons en lumière l’importance des poinçons dans le monde de la bijouterie. Complexes et mystérieux, les poinçons exigent une expertise particulière pour les identifier et les mémoriser, nécessitant une vaste expérience. Nous explorons leur rôle essentiel et leur importance dans l’évaluation des bijoux. …
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Malhotra’s perspective and economic insight shed light on the current situation of supply and demand in the colored gemstone market. He warns of the risks associated with such a significant increase in prices within the system. For buyers who have felt that supplier prices were disconnected from their budget realities, this episode will offer reassurance …
Read more “#122 | Malhotra: ‘To keep the Business going we have to sell’ by Precious Talk”