I’ve two incredible items of stories for you right this moment, darlings: first, I had the BEST time on the inaugural New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present, and second, the occasion is occurring once more just some weeks!!
So don’t despair in case you missed these treasures in November, since you’re about to get one other likelihood in April!
How was the November New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present, you might ask? Don’t fear, I’m going to indicate you.
Why is the New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present (NYCJAOS) distinctive and thrilling? Not like most massive jewellery exhibits right this moment, the NYCJAOS was created by a jewellery lover, for jewellery lovers. Its founder, Konstantinos Leoussis, is a jewellery collector himself, in addition to a revered vintage jewellery seller and proficient jewellery designer.
As a present designed by somebody who displays and outlets at exhibits, NYCJAOS really takes each the seller and shopper expertise into consideration in its design. Decrease sales space charges and the opportunity of sales space sharing signifies that a a lot wider vary of small time sellers are in a position to take part, and scrumptious meals bought on web site signifies that buyers can keep and browse all day.
I spent three days at this the November New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present, and there was one piece of suggestions I heard time and again from each sellers and buyers: this present had one of the best vibes of any present anybody had attended in a very long time. It was pleasant and chill, of a manageable dimension, and felt really welcoming to all.
Sufficient speak!! I’ll present you the jewellery now.
We’re going to kick issues off with TWO TIARAS, simply so that you just instantly perceive how nice the New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present was (you understand how a lot I like a tiara).
This vintage magnificence is a basic small tiara, full with hairpin to anchor in your glamorous updo. Thanks to my good friend Ishy Antiques for handing this to me instantly upon my arrival at your sales space. You do perceive me.
The second tiara was extra uncommon and completely required a closeup. This outstanding piece incorporates a design of alternating pearl drops and carved malachite heads (!!!) atop a textured golden swirl.
This piece was additionally from Ishy antiques and I’ve by no means ever seen something prefer it. Who’re these tiny malachite males and why are they on this tiara??? I’m completely delighted and I’m dying to know who created this piece again within the day and why.
Whereas we’re with regards to vintage jewels so good that I’ve by no means seen something like them earlier than (of which there have been a number of on the New York Jewellery and Object Present), how about this Victorian period snake necklace from Halle’s Jewels?
I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Victorian snake necklaces on this type earlier than, however I’ve by no means ever seen such a pristine, opulent one in particular person. Take a look at that flawless blue enamel, the big, lush coloured gem stones within the snake’s head, the perfection of its sinuous gold scale-like hyperlinks! Large swoon.
The New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present additionally welcomes up to date jewellery and artwork sellers alongside vintage jewellery distributors, for a various and thrilling buying expertise.
Eyeba NYC was one of many up to date manufacturers that basically caught my eye (heh). This up to date designer makes jewellery out of actual prosthetic eyes – each classic blown glass eyes and extra trendy prosthesis – and the outcomes are each eerie and delightful.
And now for one thing utterly totally different…what do you consider this unbelievable piece?
It’s a little bit of an enigma, so whereas the seller, DK Bressler, thinks nearly all of the piece dates to the Arts & Crafts motion, it’s doable that elements of it might be earlier or later – the amethyst briolette was possible a later addition and I do surprise if that beautiful enamel-adorned pearl may very well be from an earlier piece.
How great are all these glowing, foil-backed gems? I like this sort of lovely jewellery thriller.
Sure, S is the primary preliminary of my final title, and no, I can’t bear in mind why I didn’t purchase this absurdly lovely S monogram turquoise, diamond, and pearl pendant from Sandy Jacobs Antiques.
It’s spectacular. And should have initially been much more spectacular? Do you see these empty loops on the backside of the 2 longest turquoise swags? I ponder what initially dangled there. Pearl drops, maybe?
The November New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object present was the primary time for the reason that pandemic that I’ve gotten to see a whole lot of my favourite vintage jewellery sellers, together with the inimitable Grace of Jewels by Grace. She greeted me with an enormous hug, plonked her diamond headband on my head, and let me fondle every little thing in her case.
After all I discovered some Artwork Deco rings to fall in love with. Who may resist these two beauties?? The one downside is that it’s almost inconceivable to decide on between them. Maybe that’s how I managed to stroll away with out them.
Grace of Jewels by Grace was additionally type sufficient to let me strive on the beautiful previous mine reduce diamond earrings she was sporting that day.
I believe they appear badass worn on the identical aspect. I’ve 14 carats of diamonds on one earlobe on this photograph! Are you able to even?
Additionally, aren’t they excellent with my very own vintage paste riviere? That’s a private assortment piece I’ll be taking to my grave.
Additionally Victorian and filled with previous diamonds? These terribly glamorous earrings from Keyamour.
These beauties are articulated, so the garlands of diamonds that the arms are clasping truly sway forwards and backwards with the wearer’s motion. Add to that each one the luscious previous diamonds and the arms ruby rings and I’m swooning.
Keyamour was proper on the entrance of the New York Jewellery and Object Present, so I received to stare into her instances on daily basis as I walked previous. So grateful I lastly caught her whereas not mobbed by clients in order that I may play with these earrings!
I’ve a specific weak spot for masquerade jewellery, and this vintage locket from Marilyn & Co. is an distinctive instance of the style.
Take a look at the element: the grey and white strands of the woman’s hair, the lighter lace or silk edging on the hem of her black masks, the flicker of her diamond eyes! If I had been fortunate sufficient to be the caretaker of this piece, I’d spend all day looking at and making up tales about who she might need been and what mischief she might need gotten as much as whereas in disguise.
I even have a complete Pinterest board devoted to masquerade jewellery. See it right here.
This beautiful brooch caught my eye instantly from the place it was glowing quietly within the show case at Abbot & Austin’s New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present sales space. It options one in every of my very favourite stones: vivid inexperienced demantoid garnets.
Isn’t that shade extraordinary? I guess lots of people would assume these are emeralds, however they’re truly garnets doing what garnets do finest.
Pat Novissimo of Lowther Antiques was one other worldwide seller I used to be very completely satisfied to see for the primary time for the reason that pandemic! Pat is a legend within the vintage jewellery trade, and for good purpose: her assortment of remarkable older vintage items – assume Georgian and earlier – is unparalleled.
Pat hardly ever permits her assortment to be photographed, since she largely sells to different sellers, however she was type sufficient to let me doc a couple of items, together with this unbelievable very early enamel pendant with spiritual symbolism.
For those who had been nervous my “balancing too many rings on one hand” abilities had gotten rusty, don’t fear – I’ve nonetheless received it!
Aren’t these diamond and pearl rings beautiful? They’re all classic and vintage finds from Abbot & Austin, and so they all go fantastically with my very own marriage ceremony set (if I do say so myself).
This Edwardian dream is from Basilio Jewellery, a new-to-me seller who I simply met on the New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present.
That is such a quintessential instance of every little thing I like about this jewellery period: the fragile platinum work, the exactly woven seen pearls, the utter class of the bow-inspired platinum particulars alongside the pearl chain.
And sure, I did spend some time simply stroking these easy woven pearls earlier than I gave it again. Once more, the riviere is my very own.
For those who’re searching for that very same Edwardian feeling in a bit of knickknack that’s accessible to a wider vary of budgets, could I draw your consideration to this little magnificence from Marilyn & Co.?
It has the identical dreamy light-as-air Edwardian type and a deliciously lumpy pearl, however it’s a pendant appropriate for day by day put on, slightly than an enormous showstopping sautoir.
Now a soar backwards in time 130 years or so…to those completely great vintage Iberain bow earrings from Sandy Jacobs Antiques. I like this type and I do know a lot of you do too – Iberian earrings are extremely collectible and so they’re getting more durable to search out on daily basis.
I dwell for the plush, chunky emeralds in these infants. They appear like they’ve simply been recovered from a shipwreck and I imply that within the BEST means.
This extraordinary treasure from DK Bressler may solely be proven as in a collage, as a result of I NEEDED to indicate it to you from each angle.
It’s a French dressing, a jewel that opens as much as reveal a hidden compartment coated with an ornamental display. The wearer would place cloth or a sponge soaked in scent into that compartment, after which they might pop open their French dressing and sniff the nice scent via the display when confronted by disagreeable odors whereas out and about.
Take a look at this beautiful enamel!! A queen amongst vinaigrettes, to make certain.
There are such a lot of extra treasures from the New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present that I can’t presumably present you all of them…so right here’s a slideshow of a number of the ones I didn’t have time to correctly characteristic right here.
And in case you’re holding monitor at dwelling: sure, my buddies, the New York Jewellery and Object Present is the primary time I’ve efficiently coated a multi-day jewellery present since my well being collapsed in 2018.
My final try was in early 2019…and I got here dwelling from that journey so sick that I couldn’t bear in mind most of what I’d seen and I wanted six weeks in mattress to recuperate. I’m so grateful for the progress that I’ve made since getting my actual prognosis and dealing with the suitable docs.
Touring to exhibits seems very totally different lately than it used to: it now includes day by day bodily remedy on resort flooring, wheelchair help at airports, being the one masked particular person within the room, hiding compression socks and help braces underneath my garments, counting on shoppers to ensure I’ve what I must maintain myself (thanks, Konstantinos!), getting infusions to maintain my power up, and fixed invaluable assist from Mr. DitL (the world’s finest assistant and husband).
It feels so good to have the ability to return to doing one thing that I like a lot, regardless that I’ve needed to discover new methods of doing issues.
However sufficient about me and my well being journey!
Will you be taking a journey of your personal to go to the following New York Metropolis Jewellery and Object Present? It’s returning to the Metropolitan Pavilion April 18-21, 2024. You’ll be able to be taught extra right here on their web site or purchase your tickets via Eventbrite right here.
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