From the first traces of its use in the fifth millennium B.C.E., gold has fascinated and mesmerized civilizations the world over.
By bringing art history, savoir-faire, and materials into dialogue, the exhibition resonates with the mission pursued by L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts since its creation in 2012 with the support of Van Cleef & Arpels, that of promoting the many dimensions of the art of jewelry through courses, talks, workshops, exhibitions, publications, and research.
Photo: Hairpin with phoenix design. Gold, Song Dynasty, 960-1279. Mengdiexuan Collection.