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Christie’s Presents Jewels as Art

Christie’s presents Jewels as Art: Magnificent Jewels from a Private Collection, a meticulously curated collection of jewellery as wearable art, featuring extraordinary pieces that capture key elements and craftsmanship spanning centuries. A collection carefully curated over the years by a visionary collector with an eye for art and design, who seamlessly integrated these treasures into her lifestyle and personal style. The collection is featured as the highlight of the Magnificent Jewels live auction which will...

Baker Brothers Opens Bedford Boutique

Baker Brothers, a pillar of Bedford’s luxury jewellery landscape for 185 years, has announced the opening of a new boutique at 21 St Peter’s Street, just a few doors down from its original location. This expansion marks a significant milestone not only in the company’s rich history but also in its enduring commitment to the local community. The grand opening ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including the Mayor of Bedford and the Lord High...

Louis Osman Jewellery on Show

A collection of jewellery and silver by 20th century architect and goldsmith Louis Osman will be on display in a free exhibition at Noonans Mayfair, 16 Bolton Street, London W1J 8BQ from Monday, October 7th – Saturday, October 12th, 2024. The Jenkins Family Collection, a significant private collection commissioned from Osman by Maurice and Dorothy Jenkins in the 1970s and 1980s, will form part of the exhibition. The Jenkins Family Collection will be offered for...

Wallace Chan in Shanghai

From 3rd July to 7th October, Shanghai Museum’s “Drawing Inspiration from the Past: Masters of Modern and Contemporary Art” Exhibition Series’ inaugural exhibition – Wallace Chan: Half a Century, will be on view at the Bright Dairy & Food Exhibition Gallery 1 of Shanghai Museum East. The inaugural exhibition of the series immerses us in the world of Wallace Chan, a prominent jewellery artist of the 21st century. This exhibition is also the artist’s largest...

‘Exceptionals’ Showcased in Mumbai Auction

In its upcoming Jewellery, Silver and Timepieces auction – ‘The Exceptionals’, AstaGuru is set to exhibit an exquisite assortment of coveted jewellery, vintage silver pieces and remarkable timepieces. This collection showcases the pinnacle of craftsmanship from both India and Europe, honouring their rich artistic heritage. The auction is scheduled to be held on May 12th-13th, 2024. Speaking of the jewellery curation in the catalogue, Jay Sagar, Jewellery Expert, AstaGuru Auction House says, “We’re thrilled to...

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels Auction Features The Bleu Royal

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva on November 7th features a curated selection of historic and modern Jewellery from all periods as well as the most famous Jewellery houses such as Harry Winston, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and many more. This upcoming sale’s highlights include a wide selection of important diamonds and coloured stones, featuring ‘The Bleu Royal’, an exceptional fancy vivid blue diamond of 17.61 carats,...

The Unparalleled Jewellery Collection of Heidi Horten

This May, Christie’s is presenting The World of Heidi Horten—the unparalleled jewellery collection of the late Mrs Heidi Horten. The glorious assemblage comprises over 700 jewels, a true embodiment of Mrs Horten’s timeless elegance, glamour and taste for collecting. The collection is of impeccable quality and breadth, showcasing the art of jewellery in all its splendour. With a pre-sale estimate of $150m – far higher than other jewellery auctions to hit the $100m mark, such...

Fullord and the Necessity of Luxury

Like all the best inventions, Fullord came to the mind of its founder, Sandrine Thibaud, to solve a practical issue she was confronted with. While spending a lot of time out boating, due to her business in the nautical industry, she was facing the necessity of wearing a scarf to protect herself from the wind. She soon realized that there were no desirable nor refined options to secure one’s scarf. That is when she decided...

Sabbadini’s Gems of Italy

Passion, creativity and originality are hallmarks of Italian jewellery house Sabbadini, with a history that goes back to the grand tradition of the great merchants For almost a century, Sabbadini has been more than a jewellery house; it is a creator of beauty, or rather, it would say, a particular type of beauty that is the essence of what it means to be Italian. This style is unique and inimitable, capable of creating emotions and...

Rejecting Digital: Sourcing & Valuing Luxury Timepieces in the Modern Age

Has traditional luxury watchmaking given way to the digital age? We spoke to the experts from London’s Hatton Garden-based Trilogy Jewellers Wristwatches have been a mark of individual style and class since 1868, when Patek Philippe created the first ever one, for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Although originally developed as a strategic military tool, the wristwatch gradually evolved into a luxurious fashion accessory and gained worldwide popularity in the beginning of the 20th century. But...

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