EN SCÈNE MUSIC, DANCE, AND MAGIC
Necklace from the Tango High Jewelry set, inspired by the vibrant tango dance. Each stone, set in golden spirals, adds movement and elegance to this masterpiece. On the righthand page: Ring from the Joséphine Valse Impériale parure and another from the Soir de Fête collection
Curtains up, the show begins! A high jewelry collection in which the iconic Parisian jeweler, Chaumet, pays tribute to arts
by Gianfilippo Versari - ph. courtesy by Chaumet
Renowned worldwide for creating tiaras, exquisite jewelry and extraordinary watches since 1780, Chaumet continues to embody timeless elegance and unparalleled creativity.
The breathtaking “En Scène” collection consists of 39 extraordinary pieces, showcasing the house’s incomparable craftsmanship, divided into three thematic tableaux, each highlighting the mastery of capturing movement, turning every set into a unique work of art.
The iconic Maison traces its origins to France’ imperial era, when Napoleon Bonaparte’s love for Joséphine inspired a collection of ceremonial and personal jewelry. Today, this legacy continues to win the hearts of an exclusive clientele around the world with collections like Joséphine, Liens, and Bee My Love.
Led by Benoît Verhulle, the thirteenth head of the atelier, the artisans, true masters, are this time inspired by music, dance, and magic to
create unforgettable pieces, each infused with poetic and artistic meaning.
Chaumet’s connection to the performing arts dates back to 1849, from the historic address of 12 Place Vendôme overlooking Salon Chopin, where the composer wrote his last masterpiece, to pieces inspired by Wagner’s operas, brooches adorned with musical notes, and historic clients such as famous dancers like La Belle Otero, Anna Pavlova and Olga Picasso, wife of the famous painter.
The “En Scène” collection, infused with rhythm, movement, and creativity, begins with a tribute to music. Three dazzling sets — Harmony, Melody, and Score — take center stage, with emeralds, sapphires, and diamonds as the undisputed protagonists, creating a symphony of colors and textures.
In the Harmony set, each piece of the parure is part of a unique
melody, with sapphires and diamonds intertwining in perfect harmony, composing an orchestral motif.
Lightness and delicate refinement inspire the Melody set, reminiscent of a musical score with interwoven diamond bands. In the third set, Score, musical notes are represented by three precious Colombian emeralds, which, along with sapphires and diamonds, unite in a graceful symphony of colors and movements.
In the second chapter, Chaumet focuses on dance with the parures Tango, Ballet, and Swing; creations that capture grace, power and energy, with stones peerforming sinuous movements, like skilled dancers.
From the passion of tango to the austere precision of ballet and the exuberance of swing, the pieces express movement above all. Ceylon sapphires, rubellites, tourmalines and diamonds dance together in a
The artisans of 12 Vendôme crafted 700 bezel settings and 2,800 claw settings to achieve this magical feat. Inspired by music, the three pieces of the Harmony parure make sapphires and diamonds dance in a beautifully supple interlacing, evoking the depth of the brand’s iconic blue
vibrant display, composing a series of choreographies.
The final act is dedicated to magic, where the house plays with illusions and dazzling effects. The Voltige, Illusion, and Trompel’œil sets enchant with acrobatic diamonds and rubies that challenge perception. In the Voltige set, diamonds seem to float, while the Illusion parure plays with perception by using vibrant Mozambican rubies. Composed of four fascinating pieces, the Trompe-l’œil parure celebrates the delicacy of natural pearls through finely crafted interlacings, inspired by the fashion house’s rich tradition of working with pearls.
A masterful performance, a grand finale, curtain call and thunderous applause for the Parisian fashion house, still in the spotlight after 245 years of creating some of the most spectacular high jewelry in the world. www.chaumet.com
Clockwise from top left: The necklace of the Melody parure, inspired by a musical composition; the Illusion parure necklace, with enchanting Mozambique rubies, inspired by magic; the Swing bracelet in white gold and the Soir de Fête necklace in white gold