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Behind the Lens at Sotheby’s New York Geek Week Remixed

by ElizaBeth Taylor July 27, 2023
written by ElizaBeth Taylor

An incredible night that paid perfect tribute to 50 fantastic years of hip-hop.

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This Sotheby’s Auction is Your Chance to Acquire Rare Jewelry as Art by Picasso, Calder, Braque, Man Ray, and Many More

by Benjamin Schmidt October 1, 2022
written by Benjamin Schmidt

A first for the venerable Sotheby’s Auction House, Art as Jewelry as Art is a groundbreaking auction in more ways than one.

Expertly assembled by Sotheby’s Artist Jewelry Specialist and Head of Sale Tiffany Dubin, Art as Jewelry as Art focuses on an emerging class of increasingly in-demand works: precious and rare examples of experimentation and exploration by some of the world’s most celebrated artists. Dubin’s conceptually-forward understanding of art celebrates these artists as they explore new mediums, scales, materials, and application. Many of these unique pieces allow collectors to wear the art.

Rife with conceptual integrity and craftsmanship, there are some 150 thoughtfully chosen works of art in the sale, many of which can be worn as adornment or exhibited as part of a collection. Despite being made up of over a century of work, the intent of this sale is very modern, where today’s collectors are seeking more interactive, more unique, and more personal works of art.

For Ms. Dubin, “The focus of artists and their jewelry was on three elements: ensuring that it is limited or unique; that the piece is emblematic of the artist’s oeuvre; and that it is representative of the time during which it was made.”

Hairband

Calder Hairband, courtesy Sotheby’s

Among the highlights are Alexander Calder’s coils of hammered metal- presented as headbands, broaches and bracelets- which feel as if they’re an electric current fizzling with energy. These works have a rich provenance; closely associated with the Guggenheim family and once worn by Jeanne Moreau.

Orchidée (Orchid) Handbag

Lalanne Orchidée (Orchid) Handbag courtesy Sotheby’s

Claude Lalanne’s expression of personal style was through decorative flora and fauna, and that is deeply apparent in these works of jewelry as art. High achievements here include a series of creations taking advantage of an orchid-influenced motif. According to the catalogue, “[Lalanne] conceptualized these bronze works as gilded fossils to be worn and appreciated into perpetuity”. A highlight is a bold and poetic handbag. In a similar vein, a work by Andrew Grima (a favorite designer of the United Kingdom Royal Family) offers a remarkably accurate execution of a leaf as a broach with a diamond representing a dew drop.

Set of Two ‘Talisman’ Necklaces

Michele Oka Doner’s Set of Two ‘Talisman’ Necklaces. Courtesy Sotheby’s.

As for contemporary artists, work is well-represented. Particularly special is Michele Oka Doner’s set of two “Talisman” necklaces, informed by her scholarly understanding and emotional connection to the primitive and abstract. At once a work of engineering and instinct, the layering of stones and wire creates a spiritually charged work.

 

'Carrousel' (Carousel) Earrings

Line Vautrin’s Carrousel’ (Carousel) Earrings. Courtesy Sotheby’s.

'Le Cockerel' Brooch
Many works are imbued with a charming grasp of humor and lightheartedness, including Line Vautrin’s Carrousel’ (Carousel) Earrings and Jean Lurçat’s ‘Le Cockerel’ Brooch.
Set of a Obsidian Swallow Pendant and Jewelry Stand with Mirror

Hubert Le Gall’s Set of a Obsidian Swallow Pendant and Jewelry Stand with Mirror. Courtesy of Sotheby’s.

There are plenty of other highly-conceptual and theatrical works that take advantage of the human form to explore and examine, from Cartier’s chains to Man Ray’s sensual ‘Les Amoureux’ lips. Others enjoy the theater and theory of vanity and humanity, from Hubert Le Gall’s pendant that comes with a jewelry stand with mirror to Yury Revich’s Eye Jewelry.
The Art as Jewelry as Art online sale continues until October 4th, 2022 at Sotheby’s. You can browse the lots and place your bids at www.sothebys.com
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EntertainmentFilmThe Latest

Film Review: ‘Love, Cecil’ (Documentary, 2018) 

by Benjamin Schmidt May 31, 2018
written by Benjamin Schmidt

We attended the premiere of Love, Cecil at Sotheby’s New York. The documentary is directed by Lisa Immordino Vreeland and opens June 29, 2018. 

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LEON POLK SMITH, DIAGONAL PASSAGE NO. 3, PAINTED IN 1949. at Sotheby's S|2 Gallery
EventsLifestyleThe Latest

Sotheby’s S|2 Gallery presents Iconoplastic: 100 Years of De Stijl

by Benjamin Schmidt November 2, 2017
written by Benjamin Schmidt

The comprehensive and groundbreaking Iconoplastic: 100 Years of De Stijl is on view until 08 December 2017 at Sotheby’s S|2 Gallery.

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Sotheby's hosts Art of VR event with AMD, many exhibitors
EventsLifestyleThe Latest

Sotheby’s, VR Society of Hollywood, AMD Host 2-Day ‘The Art of VR’ Event

by Benjamin Schmidt June 26, 2017
written by Benjamin Schmidt

Sotheby’s, VR Society of Hollywood, AMD host a two-day VR experience with exhibitors and talks.

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Fashion & Beauty

On The Scene: Sotheby’s Hosts Design for Disability Gala

by Staff May 19, 2016
written by Staff

On Monday night, Sotheby’s hosted the Cerebral Palsy Foundation’s first ever Design for Disability Gala.

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