Category: Antique
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TEFAF art fair in Maastricht – Part 1
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TEFAF is an annual art fair in Maastricht, organized by The European Fine Art Foundation. It presents an exceptional selection of fine art. In the first part we introduce Otto Jakob and Hemmerle.
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Preview to Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction
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I was honoured to visit Christie’s in Geneva and preview the highlights of the upcoming Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction (11 November).
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A “gem session” in Paris #2
Jaeger-LeCoultre Heritage collection includes pieces of haute horlogerie with exceptional engraving, enamelling, and gem-setting works.
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Cartier at the Grand Palais – Icons and tiaras
From the golden days of Hollywood and the 60-70s Cartier jewels appear on many photographs being the favourite pieces of movie stars, artists and musicians.
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Cartier at the Grand Palais – Mystery clocks
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Cartier has produced mysterious clocks during the early decades of the 19th century, each being a masterpiece of engineering and arts.
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Cartier at the Grand Palais – “Collection les must”
Cartier showcases its art within the framework of an extremely rich exhibition at the Grand Palais in Paris embracing its entire history. Come with me!
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Tears of Gods – Part 3
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During the Art Deco and the Art Nouveau periods as well as the “Roaring Twenties” life, priorities and pearls jewellery went through a significant shift.
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Tears of Gods – Part 2
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Pearls are one of the oldest gems, they have been known and in use for 4300 years. They had a symbolic meaning and were used in sentimental jewellery.
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Masters of Dreams
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with tags: Boucheron, Buccellati, Bulgari, Bvlgari, Chaumet, Chopard, Damiani, H.Stern, John Hardy, Verdura“Masters of Dreams” is four-part documentary series – Thirteen legendary jewellers reveal their secrets