{"id":10443,"date":"2021-08-06T15:57:56","date_gmt":"2021-08-06T10:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/?p=10443"},"modified":"2021-08-06T16:52:39","modified_gmt":"2021-08-06T11:22:39","slug":"sothebys-presents-brilliant-black","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/sothebys-presents-brilliant-black\/","title":{"rendered":"Sotheby\u2019s Presents Brilliant & Black"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sotheby\u2019s set to hold the first-ever selling exhibition in New York showcasing creations of only <\/strong>Black jewellery designers.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In the first of its kind, Sotheby\u2019s will stage a selling exhibition dedicated to showcasing the extraordinary skill, imagination and craftsmanship of Black jewellery designers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On view and open to the public in New York from 17 – 26 September, Brilliant and Black: A Jewelry Renaissance<\/em><\/a>, will feature approximately 60 pieces by more than twenty of the world\u2019s leading Black jewellery designers,  including custom-made jewels and signature designs spanning a range of periods and styles from the 1950s to the present day. Curated in partnership with celebrated writer, author and stylist, Melanie Grant, the selling exhibition \u2013 the most ambitious to date \u2013 presents a selection of jewels of exceptional artistry, quality and historical importance, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $1 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the artists represented are pioneers in the history of design such as Art Smith and Winifred Mason Chenet, sharing the spotlight with a global pool of critically acclaimed creatives, namely Harwell Godfrey, Jacqueline Rabun, Johnny Nelson, Lorraine West, Rashid Johnson, Thelma West, VANLELES, Castro NYC, ALMASIKA, Marei Fine Jewelry, MATEO New York, Matturi Fine Jewellery, Melanie Eddy Jewellery, Sheryl Jones Jewels, Ten Thousand Things, Lola Fenhirst, Jariet Oloy\u00e9, Maggi Simpkins, and Shola Branson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enchanted Garden Earrings fashioned with diamonds, rubies, rose gold and titanium. By VANLELES<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On view at Sotheby\u2019s New York galleries at 1334 York Avenue, all of the pieces in the show will be available for purchase, either in person, or directly through Sotheby\u2019s Buy Now online marketplace<\/a> from 17 September through 10 October, <\/strong>with international shipping to select locations available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cleopatra\u2019s Vault Pendant and Snake Foundation Chain set with Muzo emeralds, black and white onyx and white diamonds in 18-karat yellow gold. By Harwell Godfrey<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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14-karat yellow gold studded with pearls and diamonds. By Mateo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Frank Everett, Sotheby\u2019s Director of Jewelry, stated<\/em>:<\/em> \u201cIt\u2019s been an honour to collaborate with Melanie, whose knowledge and passion for jewellery design is only superseded by her appreciation for Black artistry.  Together, we\u2019ve gathered twenty-one remarkable designers \u2013 some of whom have already enjoyed success and others who are emerging as major forces in the jewellery world \u2013 and have asked them to showcase two or three of their captivating designs. Spanning from the 1950s to today, these artisan\u2019s creations \u2013 many of which have been newly created for the occasion \u2013 showcase a range of styles and materials, illuminating the diverse sources of inspiration. Sotheby\u2019s is enormously proud to be involved in such a momentous project and to highlight the compelling stories of the individual designers. We are delighted that this first exhibition will contribute to revealing their talents and contributions to the art of jewellery to a wider audience.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Isis Goddess Tahitian black pearl and green tsavorite garnet ring in 18-karat black gold. By Angie Marei<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Melanie Grant, writer, author and stylist, commented: \u201c<\/em>This show represents a shift in thinking from \u2018African inspired\u2019 to Black talent being the inspiration. I\u2019ve loved working with Frank, Sotheby\u2019s, as well as the designers who have surpassed all our expectations. I think we\u2019ll look back at this moment as a game changer, amplifying the often overlooked and sometimes underappreciated talents and stories of black jewellery designers.\u00a0 These pieces have a depth of meaning which is emotional and important.\u00a0 With this exhibition we hope to introduce these designers to a new audience of enthusiasts and collectors and to dismantle the boundaries that still exist.\u00a0 To essentially help them make their mark in history.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All images<\/em> Courtesy Sotheby’s<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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