An Air of Chaumet, the wings of elegance.
Between earth and sky, the Chaumet house unveils its new capsule collection of haute joaillerie, An Air of Chaumet, During the wonderful week of high jewelry presentations in January. It presents itself as an unprecedented chapter in the artistic saga of the house, woven with elegance for more than two centuries.
set with a 2.30 carat pear-shaped D VVS2 diamond, 3 D VVS1 brilliant-cut diamonds
© Robbie Lawrence / Chaumet
With agility An Air of Chaumet It draws its inspiration from the ethereal grace of birds, from the delicate beat of their wings to the majestic nuptial parade. The adornments of this collection unfold around the face, like a creative breath in motion. So, the plumage gracefully intertwines with the hair, caresses the bodice, and delicately touches the ear. After the poetic promenade offered by the previous collection, Le Jardin de Chaumet, in 2023, An Air of Chaumet takes a step to the side, cultivating the originality dear to the Maison.
The name of the collection, playfully evoking the air of a melody, skillfully plays on words and registers. Faithful to the art of drawing, these new creations demonstrate remarkable virtuosity. The pieces, at their core, reveal the sophistication and delicacy of the jeweler’s own creativity. Deploying rose gold feathers alternated with white gold studded with diamonds. The artisans’ virtuosity is also evident in the feather’s transformability, gracefully separated onto a multitude of brooches. Similarly, the fluidity of the grain-thread setting and the delicate downsetting highlight their technical mastery.
Highlighting the artisans« craft, these pieces transcribe the movement between earth and sky. Adding a touch of refinement to each silhouette. The transformable hair ornaments, with great lightness, offer a multitude of wear options. While the pins and earrings become the accomplices of an outfit that blends modern poetry and freedom. It is worth noting that the genesis has its roots in the passion shared by the founders of the Maison, Marie-Étienne Nitot and her son François-Regnault, who were appointed by Joséphine as »official jewelers of the Empress.” This is how their fascination with birds is passed down from generation to generation. The archives of the Maison are filled with testimonies of this love, from Jules Fossin’s meticulous naturalist studies to the sublime creations of Prosper Morel. Not to mention the transformable bodice adorned with peacock feathers, dating from 1870.
Conceived in four movements composed in duo, An Air of Chaumet It embodies the magic of a flight that captivates. Playing with gold feathers of great finesse, the ornaments suggest the grace of a ballet of hummingbirds before embarking on a fascinating flight. These exquisite creations perpetuate the tradition of Chaumet by capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature. Undoubtedly, it is an aerial symphony that elevates high-end jewelry to new heights of poetry and elegance.
