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Jewelry Design, a mysterious art form brought to light by L’ECOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

Jewelry Design, a mysterious art form brought to light by L’ECOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

The long-awaited moment has come! As the reopening of restaurants, shops and cultural venues brings us a little joy and vitality, we can finally enjoy the exhibitions and in-person classes organized by L’ECOLE, School of Jewelry Arts. After giving us free training during lockdown through its captivating online talks, L’ECOLE is ready to welcome everyone back on its premises on rue Danielle Casanova to keep sharing jewelry culture. Much to our delight, the establishment, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year, has just announced the reopening of the exhibition “Jean Vendome, Artist Jeweler”, extended until August 28, 2021, as well as a new program around Jewelry Design, an art form that remains largely unknown to the public and little studied, although essential to the creative...

TAJAN jewellery auction: interview with the Expert!

TAJAN jewellery auction: interview with the Expert!

The TAJAN auction sale for jewellery and watches will take place on 13 and 14 December at the Tajan’s in Paris. The auction house TAJAN has launched the Paris Precious Week on December 8, 2016 with a series of events ending with a prestigious auction dedicated to jewellery and watches, there will be 3 sessions following several days of exhibition. To know more about this auction, I met the in-house Expert, Mr. Jean-Norbert Salit in their private salons in Paris (37, rue des Mathurins). Ever since I was a kid I knew that I wanted to work in Art! At the age of 18, I began spending time at Drouot Auction Sales and at age 23 I obtained my Diploma to the functions of Auctioneer. My life is made of encounters. I was lucky to meet Françoise Cailles, a great specialist of jeweller René Boivin, we...

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Christie’s: Our jewelry selection
Vintage

Christie’s: Our jewelry selection

The end of the year is approaching and auctions are also a way of acquiring a piece of jewelry for your loved ones, while remaining reasonable on the prices. It is also the occasion to begin building a collection or to simply treat yourself. We have made a « wish list » for you for the next jewelry auction that will be held at Christie’s in Paris on December 5th. Yes, we know, there will be strikes in Paris, but do not panic, you can go see the collection to be auctioned until December 3rd and even follow and bid online whilst in the comfort of your own home. Isn’t that fantastic? We loved some of the pieces from the collection such as this beautiful diamond brooch “en trembleuse” by Harry Winston but also two wonderful pieces by René Lalique; one a dragonfly with a magnificent aquamarine...
How to sell your jewelry at auction
Vintage

How to sell your jewelry at auction

Vintage jewelry is back in fashion! It may be the right time to consider selling your family jewels at auction to get the best price. There are forgotten treasures that sleep in the back of a safe or in an old jewelry box. These jewels from another time could certainly interest amateurs or collectors. So how do you go about it? Selling jewels at auction is definitely an option to consider and most certainly profitable. In fact, auction houses are often places where buyers but also sellers can make good deals, provided you choose the right auction house. We went to take a closer look at Christie’s auction house, the market leader in this sector. In fact, the first records of jewelry auctions at Christie’s dates back to 1795! It was most noted for the sale of Countess du Barry’s jewels, mist...
MEDUSA Exhibition, Jewels and Taboos: an Insight by Michèle Heuzé
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MEDUSA Exhibition, Jewels and Taboos: an Insight by Michèle Heuzé

The long-awaited exhibition MEDUSA opened its doors today at the MAM (Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris). You have until November 5th to discover a selection of jewelry and Avant-guard pieces. MEDUSA is an exhibition that clearly makes you think and opens a new perspective on jewelry and its taboos. To guide us in our visit, we had the great pleasure of meeting a historian and great specialist in the jewelry domain; Michèle Heuzé, scientific advisor to the exhibition's curator Anne Dressen. Careful; you will never look at your jewelry in the same way again... For the outlook: you wear a piece of jewelry for yourself and to be looked at. We wish to be seduced or to let others wonder about you. By wearing a piece of jewelry, you manifest an urge for life, a need to be loved and to bel...
TAJAN jewellery auction: interview with the Expert!
Vintage

TAJAN jewellery auction: interview with the Expert!

The TAJAN auction sale for jewellery and watches will take place on 13 and 14 December at the Tajan’s in Paris. The auction house TAJAN has launched the Paris Precious Week on December 8, 2016 with a series of events ending with a prestigious auction dedicated to jewellery and watches, there will be 3 sessions following several days of exhibition. To know more about this auction, I met the in-house Expert, Mr. Jean-Norbert Salit in their private salons in Paris (37, rue des Mathurins). Ever since I was a kid I knew that I wanted to work in Art! At the age of 18, I began spending time at Drouot Auction Sales and at age 23 I obtained my Diploma to the functions of Auctioneer. My life is made of encounters. I was lucky to meet Françoise Cailles, a great specialist of jeweller René Boivin, we...