L’ÉCOLE invites you to discover the stories behind the world of gemstones through live reading sessions with our experts.
For this session, May El-Hage, Art Historian Lecturer at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, Dubai, will read an excerpt from The Story of the Pearl by Caroline Young.
During the session, she will delve into significant moments in contemporary and popular culture surrounding pearls, while presenting select gems with remarkable provenances. She will also examine the history of pearls, the difference between natural and cultured pearls, and highlight a few legendary pearls.
For those who wish to go further, featured titles are also available at the L’ÉCOLE Library Corner at Al Safa Art & Design Library.
Reading Session:
Thursday, April 30th
From 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. (U.A.E time)
In English
Book:
The Story of the Pearl by Caroline Young
Published by OH Editions, 2023
Photo:
South sea cultured pearls. Photo: L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts – B. Chelly
