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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

The ÉCOLE VAN CLEEF & ARPELS IN DUBAI

To conclude this unique event, the Ecole des Arts Joailliers dazzled with an exhibition of high-quality jewelry from the collection of a Dubai collector.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on September 16
Updated on 16 September 2026
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The Van Cleef & Arpels School in Dubai.

The Van Cleef & Arpels School, School of Jewelry Arts, had announced his arrival in the Middle East, in Dubai, last April.
Also, Fine Jewellery Spirit She was able to follow this beautiful project. It involved sharing knowledge about the history of jewelry, the world of gemstones, and craftsmanship. Through workshops on discovering precious stones, lacquering techniques, and the art of beading.

Discovering workshop in Dubai ©The Van Cleef & Arpels School
Discovering workshop in Dubai ©The Van Cleef & Arpels School
© The Van Cleef & Arpels School
©The Van Cleef & Arpels School

For example, conferences and exhibitions allow the public to discover several universes related to jewelry.

The School in Dubai © The Van Cleef & Arpels School
The School in Dubai ©The Van Cleef & Arpels School

In addition, an exhibition on mineralogy is on offer. So, it is an invitation to travel that takes the visitor along. Admirably told by Eloïse Gaillou, from Museum Mines ParisTech and Marie-Laure Cassius-Duranton, Gemologist and Professor The Van Cleef & Arpels School.

Mineralogy Exhibition at the School in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie
Mineralogy Exhibition at the School in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie
Mineralogy Exhibition at the School in Dubai Aigue-Marine © Esprit Joaillerie
Mineralogy Exhibition at the School in Dubai Aigue-Marine © Esprit Joaillerie

We highlight an exciting conference on fine beads. Presented by Rashid Bin Shabib, Curator of “The School in Dubai Pearls & Jewels of the Gulf exhibition”and Olivier Segura, Director of the French Gemmology Laboratory, an expert in fine pearls.

Conference on fine beads at L'École in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie
Conference on fine beads at L’École in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie
Exhibition on fine pearls at the School in Dubai © The Van Cleef & Arpels School
Exhibition on fine pearls at the School in Dubai © The Van Cleef & Arpels School

 Furthermore, Janus Rostock Head of Architecture & Urban Design and Paul Paradis, art historian and specialist in decorative arts, professor at the The School of Jewelry Arts they draw a parallel between architecture and jewelry.

Exhibition on Architecture and Jewelry at L'École in Dubai © L'École Van Cleef & Arpels
Exhibition on Architecture and Jewelry at L’École in Dubai © L’École Van Cleef & Arpels

To conclude this unique meeting, The School of Jewelry Arts Impressed by an exhibition of high-quality jewelry from the collection of a Dubai collector. It is true to say that the jewels are particularly exceptional. We would like to mention very fine signatures such as Cartier, Suzanne Belperron, Van Cleef & Arpels, and equally fascinating gemstones.

Cartier Diamond Necklace and Clip, Emeralds, Pearls, Gold, Platinum. © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier
Necklace and Clip
Diamonds, Emeralds, Pearls, Gold, Platinum. © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier Brooch Palmier Diamants, Platinum. 1939. © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier
Palm Tree Brooch
Diamonds, Platinum. 1939. © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier Art Deco Bracelet. Diamonds, Platinum. 1923. Cartier © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier
Art Deco bracelet.
Diamonds, Platinum. 1923. Cartier
© Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier Brooch Tiger Diamonds, Emeralds, Onyx, Gold. 1968. © Esprit Joaillerie
Cartier
Tiger Brooch
Diamonds, Emeralds, Onyx, Gold. 1968. © Esprit Joaillerie
Suzanne Belperron Collier Art Deco © Esprit Joaillerie
Suzanne Belperron
Art Deco Necklace
© Esprit Joaillerie
Fine Pearls © Esprit Joaillerie
Earrings
Fine Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum. © Esprit Joaillerie
View of the jewelry exhibition in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie
View of the jewelry exhibition in Dubai © Esprit Joaillerie

To say the least, we are eagerly awaiting the next trip
The Van Cleef & Arpels School.

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery