Decorative Exhibition
Decorative Exhibition2nd Arr.
Step into the mineral reveries of Roger Caillois, the 20th-century writer who spent 25 years collecting over a thousand stones. This free exhibition displays 200 rare gems from his collection, many never seen before, alongside the poetic writings that transformed his scientific obsession into art.
Tips
June 11 at 9am
Handle real rubies and learn why this "Queen of Gems" has captivated royalty for centuries. L'École's gemologists guide you through grading, origins, and the fiery science behind the stone in an intimate morning session.
June 11 at 11am
Daniel Brush treated gold like philosophy and steel like poetry. This intimate exhibition brings 75+ visionary works from his Manhattan studio to Paris for the first time, blurring the lines between sculpture, science, and adornment.
June 11 at 11:30am
Get your hands on a 9,000-year-old craft. This workshop teaches you to work with Urushi, the toxic-yet-transformative sap that turns into Japan's legendary black-gold lacquer. You'll leave with a new appreciation for patience and a small object you helped create.
2nd Arr.Opens Thursday at 11:00 AM
Decorative ExhibitionDecorative ExhibitionStep into the mineral reveries of Roger Caillois, the 20th-century writer who spent 25 years collecting over a thousand stones. This free exhibition displays 200 rare gems from his collection, many never seen before, alongside the poetic writings that transformed his scientific obsession into art.
Tips
June 11 at 9am
Handle real rubies and learn why this "Queen of Gems" has captivated royalty for centuries. L'École's gemologists guide you through grading, origins, and the fiery science behind the stone in an intimate morning session.
June 11 at 11am
Daniel Brush treated gold like philosophy and steel like poetry. This intimate exhibition brings 75+ visionary works from his Manhattan studio to Paris for the first time, blurring the lines between sculpture, science, and adornment.
June 11 at 11:30am
Get your hands on a 9,000-year-old craft. This workshop teaches you to work with Urushi, the toxic-yet-transformative sap that turns into Japan's legendary black-gold lacquer. You'll leave with a new appreciation for patience and a small object you helped create.