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Exhibit Reviews Archive
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Maharaja Exhibit at the Asian Art Museum, San Francisco
Posted on February 1, 2012 | No CommentsMaharaja— the mere mention of the word brings to mind images of colorfully decorated elephants and turbaned Indian Kings be-jeweled in diamonds, emeralds, gold, rubies, brocades and layers of pearls. The translation of Maharaja, from its Sanskrit root, is ‘king of kings’ and ‘great king’. ... -
Legion of Honor Continued…
Posted on July 24, 2010 | No CommentsThe 1920’s changed women’s lifestyles and attitudes with a loud roar. Women became athletic and counted their calories. They cut their hair short, threw off the corsets and wore long slinky dresses. During the period from 1918-1937 Cartier was the world leader in creating fine... -
Cartier at the Legion of Honor
Posted on July 24, 2010 | No CommentsThe Cartier & America collection at the Legion of Honor is an extraordinary exhibit—simply breath taking. Extraordinary not only for the incredibly beautiful diamonds, gems and impeccable workmanship but also the historical significance Cartier had within the jewelry and fashion industry and around the globe. ... -
Cartier and America – Star of South Africa Diamond
Posted on July 24, 2010 | No CommentsThe “Star of South Africa” diamond was discovered in 1869 and started ‘diamond fever’ throughout the world. The 47.69 carat pear shaped diamond was set into a pendant brooch with oval and round old mine cut diamonds in a lily of the valley motif. The brooch... -
The Hope Diamond
Posted on July 24, 2010 | No CommentsCelebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Hope Diamond at the Smithsonian Institute. When I saw the Hope Diamond at the Smithsonian years ago I was actually surprised. I had expected to see a bright Robin’s Egg-blue colored diamond sparkling in the showcase. Instead, there was...