Throughout history, gems have been used to confer power, declare love, pay homage and enhance beauty. During this conversation, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, will explore the intersection between gemology and art, focusing on the historical significance and materiality of gems within different cultures and eras.
Through the lens of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s permanent collection, our speakers will examine how gemstones have travelled across continents, shaping economies and societies.
This talk seeks to illustrate how the enduring relationship between humans and gems continues to reflect our values, aesthetics and beliefs.
With Jérôme Farigoule, Chief Curator at Louvre Abu Dhabi
Chandra Horn, Gemologist and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE Middle East, School of Jewelry Arts
& David Usieto Cabrera, PhD Art Historian and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE Middle East, School of Jewelry Arts
