Antique jewellery enthusiasts are in for a treat this month. The gallery Palais Royal Hong Kong is currently hosting the Cartier Jewellery exhibition ‘From Design to Jewellery: Cartier Art Déco, 1910-1930’, which is open to the public and runs until May 31.
Co-founded by the antique jewellery specialist Gilles Zalulyan and Tom Korpershoek, the Palais Royal is the first gallery in Hong Kong to offer dealers and collectors high-quality European antiques dating back from 19th to 21st century. The gallery, opened in 2013, is situated in unit 1701-02, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1-13 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong.
The glamorous exhibition, with jewellery pieces designed by Cartier’s head designer Charles Jacqueau in the early 1900s, runs until May 31. Until then, guests interested in history, jewellery, and art are invited to book a private tour (with a maximum of 4 people) guided by the director of sales Connie Luk and gallery co-founder Gilles Zalulyan.
The exhibition focuses on the 1910s and 1930s Art Décor era, displaying over 60 vintage Cartier jewellery and items. These pieces are largely inspired by Oriental, Indian and Persian influences, which was highly popular in Europe during that time. In addition to the final works, the original jewellery drawings and sketches by Charles Jacqueau are exhibited too, offering a rare glance into the brand’s creative process.
This set of four 18k yellow gold bamboo textured necklaces. Three of the pieces are mounted with circular-cut diamonds.
The Onyx and Diamond Belt Buckle dated back around 1920. It includes two onyx hoops connected by a link set complete with buff-top onyx and single-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and yellow gold.
The Tutti Frutti Brooch made with sapphires, emeralds, rubies and diamonds from around 1929.
Plenty more highlights are on display, including brooches, crowns, rings, necklaces, and pendants.
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