Divins Jewels by a great collector, Kazumi Arikawa.
The School of Jewelry Arts, Located in the majestic Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau in Paris, it is about to open its doors to a gathering of the most prestigious names. The great Japanese collector Kazumi Arikawa chose this Parisian setting for the exclusive launch of his book Divins Jewels. In search of beauty, a work that promises to redefine our understanding of jewelry art through the ages.
This event will be crowned by an exceptional exhibition, scheduled from September 19 to 26, 2024, featuring twenty carefully selected pieces among the treasures of the Albion Art collection, the personal collection of Mr. Arikawa. In the sumptuous setting of the grand salon of the The Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau, These jewels will embody a captivating journey through forty years of aesthetic quest and passion for gemstones.
Kazumi Arikawa, founder and president of the Albion Art Jewelry Institute in Tokyo, is recognized as one of the world’s greatest jewelry collectors. For more than four decades, he has tirelessly pursued the rarest pieces with a particular focus on jewels that once belonged to the European royalty. His collection, unique in its scope and quality, includes the largest private collection of historical diadems, making him a true guardian of this heritage.
The work Divins Jewels. In search of beauty It does not merely document a collection of precious objects; it offers a profound reflection on beauty and its intimate connection with the human soul. In ten thematic chapters, the work traces the centuries of artistic creation. From the cave paintings and altars of Antiquity to the naturalistic works of the 19th century. Each jewel tells a story, enriched by the erudite pen of jewelry historian Diana Scarisbrick, co-author of the work, and sublimated by the unpublished photographs by Nils Herrmann.
For Kazumi Arikawa, jewelry goes beyond mere ornamentation. A former Buddhist monk, he views the art of jewelry as a form of spiritual journey, an exaltation of emotions, and a celebration of universal beauty. In his moving introduction, he describes his collection as a «divine ode to splendor,» inviting everyone to contemplate these masterpieces, the fruits of the genius of exceptional master jewelers.
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The exhibition, organized with the meticulous care that characterizes The School of Jewelry Arts, The tour will be available only by reservation and in small groups. Visitors will have the privilege of being guided by the L’École historians, who will share their expertise and passion, offering an unforgettable immersion in the fascinating world of historical jewelry.
By choosing The School of Jewelry Arts For this event, Kazumi Arikawa reinforces the reputation of this Parisian institution as a place of excellence and the transmission of knowledge. The School is delighted to welcome this exhibition, which will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on minds and hearts. Reminding that beauty, when transcended by art, becomes timeless.
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