A Brief History of Diamonds

Today, diamonds are a lasting emblem of love and commitment, with their rarity, beauty, and strength as symbols of hope and great expectations for...

Elizabeth Copeland's Enameled Silver Box with Poppies and Silver Metalwork, Available at Macklowe Gallery

“Showing great vigor and simplicity of treatment, and a style quite her own,” Elizabeth Copeland was a prominent American enamelist and metalsmith of the...

Highlighting Women Makers: A Fantastical and Revealing Self-Portrayal of Sarah Bernhardt

Celebrated and remembered for her colossal contributions to the realm of theater, the distinguished French actress Sarah Bernhardt was, indeed, as multifaceted as she...

Art Glass Innovation: Daum Nancy's “Vigne et Escargots” Vase

The firm of Daum Nancy has a long and storied history, dating back to 1878, when Jean Daum was offered a glassworks factory in...

René Lalique’s "L'Anémone des Bois" Brooch

The French artist René Lalique was widely known for his creations of glass, including glass art, perfume bottles...

Macklowe Gallery's Definitive Guide To Pearls

Pearls, throughout history, have long been highly-prized and sought after gems. Countless references to pearls can be found amongst religious texts and mythologies, with their...

A Closer Look: Alphonse Mucha’s “Les Saisons” Lithographs

“The aim of art is to glorify beauty.” -- Alphonse Mucha Alphonse Mucha is internationally known for his work as a Czech painter, illustrator,...

The Craftsmanship Of Émile Gallé: “Chardons des Sables” Chest of Drawers

Émile Gallé, was a renowned French artist, universally considered to be one of the major thought leaders and innovators of the Art Nouveau movement,...

A Brief History of Diamonds

Today, diamonds are a lasting emblem of love and commitment, with their rarity, beauty, and strength as symbols of hope and great expectations for the future. No matter the source or mining method, diamonds continue to captivate with both their vibrant history and lustrous brilliance. 

Elizabeth Copeland's Enameled Silver Box with Poppies and Silver Metalwork, Available at Macklowe Gallery
“Showing great vigor and simplicity of treatment, and a style quite her own,” Elizabeth Copeland was a prominent American enamelist and metalsmith of the Arts & Crafts period, drawing medieval inspiration from the Limoges enamels of the 12th to 15th centuries. Today, Copeland’s rare and boldly-wrought works are seen as enduring testaments to the creative legacy of women metalsmiths of the early 20th century.
Highlighting Women Makers: A Fantastical and Revealing Self-Portrayal of Sarah Bernhardt
Celebrated and remembered for her colossal contributions to the realm of theater, the distinguished French actress Sarah Bernhardt was, indeed, as multifaceted as she declares herself in this dramatic self portrait.
Art Glass Innovation: Daum Nancy's “Vigne et Escargots” Vase

The firm of Daum Nancy has a long and storied history, dating back to 1878, when Jean Daum was offered...

René Lalique’s "L'Anémone des Bois" Brooch
The French artist René Lalique was widely known for his creations of glass, including glass art, perfume bottles...
Macklowe Gallery's Definitive Guide To Pearls

Pearls, throughout history, have long been highly-prized and sought after gems. Countless references to pearls can be found amongst religious...

A Closer Look: Alphonse Mucha’s “Les Saisons” Lithographs

“The aim of art is to glorify beauty.” -- Alphonse Mucha Alphonse Mucha is internationally known for his work as...

The Craftsmanship Of Émile Gallé: “Chardons des Sables” Chest of Drawers

Émile Gallé, was a renowned French artist, universally considered to be one of the major thought leaders and innovators of...