Homo Lapidibus, The passion for stones.
In this book by Anne de Jouvenel-Tugny from the ediSens publishing house, the author reveals the irrational passion of men for stones. For here the work takes us to the border between the real and the wonderful, into the land of gems.
It must be said that since time immemorial, man has been fascinated by exceptional stones. It’s almost as if they could tell him about the universe, or about some kind of eternity. Thus this fascination shapes the history of humanity. It also fuels its empires and triggers wars. That’s why it quickly transforms into a quest for the absolute. In this way, the famous jewels reveal certain secrets, wonderful or evil. It’s fascinating to understand the full power that these objects can have. gemmes. Sometimes objects of worship, these gems evoke emotion. Just think of the rough stone that, under the expert eye of the lapidary, will reveal its color and intensity.
Finally, the author raises a topical issue by questioning synthetic stones. For, unlike natural stone, which carries the history of the Earth and of humanity, synthetic stone is produced in series. So in this case, how can we feed our imagination?.
In short, Homo Lapidibus encourages us to love gems a little more. Because these stones represent different universes each time while remaining close to humans.
About the author, Anne de Jouvenel-Tugny:
She became passionate about the study of precious, fine, decorative stones and cult objects.
Her studies, travels, observations, and encounters have enabled her to accumulate a rare knowledge that she loves to share. She has taught at the National Institute of Gemmology. A lecturer at the Museum of Natural History as well as at Drouot Formation, she has published or participated in more than a dozen works.
