This presentation explores the fantastic world of semi-precious stones and their use in pictorial mosaics, a rare and sophisticated art that exploits the natural chromatic qualities of hardstones to create what really is a painting in stone.In the Florentine late Renaissance, lapidaries at the Granducal court of the Medici family were fascinated by the infinite …
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This new educational-promotional session at GemGenève will provide a unique opportunity for exhibitors to share with the audience their most favorite Art Deco jewel and explain the reasons of their particular choice. What will become apparent is how behind each great jewel there is always a great expert with an exceptional eye. Amanda Triossi will …
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An excursus with some of the key protagonists of vintage and antique jewelry industry with the aim to better focus on what is next and what is changing in the overall business model. Through the panelists’ testimonies, we will discover in which way vintage and antique jewelry is playing a strong role in the industry …
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Couvrant une période de 4000 ans, Anna présentera des solutions de fermoirs mettant en parallèle des fermoirs anciens et contemporains. Une étude spécifique mettra en lumière les recherches ayant abouti à la découverte de l’origine de la boite-cliquet – révélée pour le première fois. Une seconde étude mettra l’accent sur les fermoirs d’Europe du Nord et …
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In this talk, jewellery historian Vivienne Becker celebrates the extraordinary work of renowned artist, sculptor, poet-goldsmith, Daniel Brush, who died late last year. Charting the course of his career that spanned more than 50 years, she explains the philosophy, thought-provoking ideas and obsessive preoccupations that stimulated his febrile imagination and drove the awe-inspiring techniques that …
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Jewellery has always been a way to express the deepest emotions, a bearer of values, meanings, and symbolism. It has always represented a connection with the interiority of the wearer. And what does jewellery mean today for Millennials and Generation Z? Starting from the needs of the younger generations let’s see some of the latest trends …
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When in 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter opened the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, he did not expect to discover over five thousand objects. This event, considered as the discovery of the century, had an impact in all the arts and especially in jewelry. While the precious ornaments of the young sovereign were studied by scientists, the …
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Jewelry historian Vivienne Becker and Helen Molesworth, The Dr Geneviève Davies, Senior Curator of Jewellery, Victoria & Albert Museum, London Together Vivienne Becker and Helen Molesworth discuss the role of the Museum Collection, as both education and inspiration, in our jewellery world today. They will talk about the relevance of jewellery history to contemporary design, …
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‘Dans le domaine de l’art, les experts mènent le bal…. Ont-ils vraiment tous les pouvoirs ?’Etienne Dumont, Bilan, novembre 2013 Le marché de l’art est un domaine très complexe, car l’histoire de l’art évolue sans cesse, des comités, experts, spécialistes se consacrent à des artistes en particulier et font autorité tandis que les avis des …
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Amanda Triossi brings a first-hand history of this iconic Italian jeweller, having worked with the Bulgari family in creating the brands heritage collection, in writing multiple volumes and essays and curating the first major retrospective exhibitions. From its Greek origins to its instantly recognized bold expressions , Amanda will explain with unique insight the developement …
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Considéré comme le plus talentueux orfèvre du monde à l’aube du XXe siècle, Carl Fabergé, inspire naturellement ses contemporains et notamment les orfèvres et les joailliers français au premier rang desquels on trouve Cartier. Alfred Cartier et ses fils découvrent véritablement Fabergé lors de l’Exposition universelle de 1900. Impressionné par la qualité des objets présentés …
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Parce que chaque semaine qui commence est un nouveau départ, j’avais envie de vous lire une histoire, alors je vous propose le bijou comme un bisou. Cette 5ème édition de GemGenève m’a enchantée : sous le signe du dialogue entre les organisateurs, entre la joaillerie d’hier et les créateurs de demain, entre les gemmes de …
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