The history of brooches reflects the social and technical evolution of humanity. During Antiquity, some mysterious fibulae made with bronze spirals tell us that this object was perhaps firstly used to secure clothing. Subsequently, this utilitarian and functional aspect will be lost in favor of an ornamental role: decorated with precious stones, brooches will express the wealth and power of their wearers.
As a military badge, a sign of love and devotion, an expression of personal opinions or simply worn for Glamor, the brooch is rich in many meanings which we invite you to study in this Talk. With a big return during the 21st century, like a real sculpture or an object of fashion, the brooch will not stop surprising you!
Speakers:
Gislain Aucremanne
Art Historian, Antique Jewelry Specialist and Conferences Project Manager at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
&
Beatrice del Favero
Director of Culture & Education, Van Cleef & Arpels Americas
Cocktail & Evening Converation
Thursday, June 9th, 2022
6pm to 7:30pm
Conversation starts at 6:30pm
The Bowers Museum
2002 N Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
Photo: ©Van Cleef & Arpels, Lion ébouriffé clip, 1967, Van Cleef & Arpels Collection