L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Supported by Van Cleef & Arpels
Exhibition in Paris: Gold and Treasures
Exhibition "Gold and Treasures, 3 000 Years of Chinese ornaments".
From December 1st 2022 to April 14th 2023.
Embark on a journey through 3,000 years of Chinese history with the exceptional ornaments from the Mengdiexuan Collection.
In collaboration with the Musée des arts artistiques - Guimet and the Collection de Minéraux de Sorbonne Université.
New Course "Pearl: History, Science and Legends"
A unique and original experience of the pearl, at the crossroads of history and gemology, to solve the mysteries of this gem that has always fascinated humanity.
Precious Ornamental Stones
Online Conversation
Wednesday, April 12th 2023, 7pm (Paris time)
In French
Thursday, April 13th 2023, 1pm (Paris time)
In English and French, simultaneous interpretation available
via Zoom
Thursday, April 13th 2023, 7pm (Paris time)
In English
With Marie-Laure Cassius Duranton, Gemologist, Art Historian and Teacher-Researcher at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts & Paul Paradis, Art historian, Decorative Arts and Jewelry Specialist, Teacher at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts.
Photographed Jewel, Photographic Jewel
In-Person Conversation
Wednesday, May 3rd 2023, 7pm (Paris time)
In French
With Caroline Benzaria, Art Historian and Teacher at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts & Léonard Pouy, Art Historian PhD and Teacher-Researcher at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts.
"The Modern Jewel : 1960 – 1980 (3 courses)" - April Edition
Several courses in a row to deepen your understanding of a period or an artistic movement in jewelry.
Precious gemstones. Visual guide
From the properties of turquoise to the symbolism of diamonds and the Great Sapphire of the French Crown, this guide, with more than 1,000 photos, will take you into the fascinating world of gems. (available in French)
Authors: François Farges, Professor at the National Museum of Natural History & Olivier Segura, Scientific Director of the L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
The new Bulletin is out !
January - April 2023
Curious to read our latest news? Click to read the online version or come soon at L'ÉCOLE to pick up a copy.
ABOUT L'ÉCOLE
Open to all, L’ÉCOLE’s mission is to share jewelry culture with the widest possible audience.
Founded in 2012 with the support of Van Cleef & Arpels, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts offers an exclusive program, revolving around three main themes: savoir-faire, history of jewelry, and the universe of gemstones.
L'ÉCOLE welcomes the general public into the world of jewelry through courses, conferences, exhibitions and publications, both in Paris, Hong Kong and Shanghai soon—its three permanent sites—and in the rest of the world with traveling events.
EXPLORE
The Bulletin of L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Published every 4 months, the Bulletin presents the program of courses, talks and exhibitions, as well as portraits of teachers and students, and articles on specific courses or news of L’ÉCOLE.
To download, click on The Bulletin of your choice.
The Bulletin of L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Published every 4 months, the Bulletin presents the program of courses, talks and exhibitions, as well as portraits of teachers and students, and articles on specific courses or news of L’ÉCOLE.
To download, click on The Bulletin of your choice.
L’ÉCOLE’s Publications
In line with its research projects and its mission to spread the culture of jewelry arts with a large audience, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts regularly publishes books, in partnership with museums and publishing houses.
Bespoke Events
Customized events for companies and individuals
Research
Above all, a place for the promotion and transmission of jewelry culture, through classes, conferences, exhibitions, and publications, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts is also, thanks to research, a place for the development and consolidation of jewelry knowledge.
QUALITY
L'École set up, 5 years after its foundation, a Scientific Council to oversee the consistency of its educational policy and the relevance of its teaching materials.
EXCLUSIVITY
Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with experts of the jewerly's world.
PASSION
All our teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skills in transmitting their knowledge.
GENEROSITY
Skills are presented with ease in an enjoyable way, hands-on experience and dialogue. Classes are for everyone with no pre-requisites.
NEED HELP?
For any need, contact us by phone +33 1 70 70 38 40.