The
Art & Science of Gems Exhibition
This
1924 Platinum Egyptian motif bracelet is from the Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection. It is decorated with scenes of hieroglyphics; scarabs, sphinx,
amphora, taurus, ostrich feathers, lotus flowers and bees. It is set with
emeralds, sapphires, rubies, diamonds, & onyx stones.
Egyptian
inspiration jewelry from the 1920's is very rare, and highly sought after by collectors. Norman Monteau our Egyptian inspired jewelry expert says that after the
1922 discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb Egyptian inspired jewelry became extremely popular in Europe and in America.
See you at the exhibit in Singapore!
“Van
Cleef & Arpels: The Art & Science of Gems” exhibition – at The
ArtScience Museum, Singapore – from April 23 to August 14, 2016.
See you at the exhibit in Singapore!
“Van
Cleef & Arpels: The Art & Science of Gems” exhibition – at The
ArtScience Museum, Singapore – from April 23 to August 14, 2016.
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