The American Society of Jewelry Historians thanks all our members for

making the first half of 2010 a successful year. We welcome our recent new members and look forward to an exciting fall season.  If you are interested in sponsoring programs, events and newsletters of the nation's leading resource for the study of jewelry related topics and history,  please contact ASJH President Reema Keswani at info@jewelryhistorians.org.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

"How We Swag: Decoding Hip-Hop Jewelry"

September 30, 2010

Just how did "bling" become a mainstream concept for jewelry? This lecture by Lyneise Williams will offer a fascinating look at the jewels that rappers wear and its surprising influence on jewelry design, sales, and the sociological implications. 

Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York

 

"Living Jewels: Art & Culture"                                                                    

October 7, 2010

This lecture by Ruth Peltason will discuss jewels of an organic nature: tortoise, coral, ivory, and the like.  It will complement her newly published work on the subject "Living Jewels", and the author will sign copies of her book.

Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York

 

"The Gold Weaver"

Film and commentary by Lucie Heskett-Brem

November 11, 2010

This documentary film showcases goldsmith Lucie Heskett-Brem's artistry in working gold as if it were thread, detailing both the thought process behind the design as well as the workmanship required to produce jewels of this nature.  The film will be followed by a question-and-answer by the artist.

Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York

 

"Paul Flato: Jeweler to the Stars"

December 16, 2010

Elizabeth Irvine Bray will discuss the life and times of Paul Flato, a colorful and mysterious individual who jeweled the Hollywood stars for many years.  She will be available to sign copies of her book after the lecture.   

Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York

 

                                        RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR  ALL EVENTS!

                             PLEASE CALL 914-235-0983 or email us at info@jewelryhistorians.org

 

Recent Member Events

 

"All That Glitters" Exclusive ASJH Tour, August 7, 2010

The West Coast Chapter of the ASJH hosted an exclusive tour of the recently opened 'All That Glitters' exhibit at the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park, San Diego. The tour was led by the exhibit curator, and ASJH member, Elise B. Misiorowski.

"Engraved Gems and Jewelry from Ancient Greece" June 17, 2010

This lecture by Max Bernheimer explored a history of ancient art in miniature from the 7th to the 1st centuries BC, emphasizing engraved gems and jewelry. Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York.

 

"The Patricia Goldstein Collection at the Victoria & Albert Museum" May 13, 2010

Clive Kandel provided an insider's perspective on the Patricia V. Goldstein collection, which was bequeathed to the Victoria & Albert Museum in London 2002. Goldstein was a renowned New York collector and dealer, and her gift was a significant addition of 20th Century jewels to the V&A’s Jewelry collection. Clive Kandel knew Pat Goldstein very well. His talk  provided the first opportunity to hear the fascinating story of a lifetime of collecting jewels spanning Antiquity to Verdura -- and how this important collection came to be saved by the Museum. His lecture was augmented by images of this important collection.  Location: Fashion Institute of Technology, New York.