Luxury art and collectables
Paris Photo – The Armani ‘Acqua’ Gallery: Armani presents Acqua #2 at the Grand Palais Water, an essential element in Armani‘s philosophy and a reoccurring element in Giorgio Armani’s work, has also been since 2009 a social cause supported by the designer through the “Acqua for Life” challenge, which has helped to collect more than … Read more
Actress Penelope Cruz is the latest star in the iconic Campari Calendar, one of the world’s iconic artistic calendars distributed in international limited edition of only 9,999 copies. Cruz joins some of the world’s moststunning women who have adorned the pages of previous Campari Calendars including, Salma Hayek, Eva Mendes, Jessica Alba and Milla Jovovich. Internationally celebrated … Read more
Montblanc adds a cultural experience to its Pop-Up Store in Harrods before Christmas. From 11th to 24th November 2012, Montblanc opened a ‘virtual’ exhibition of art and a selection of exclusive items. By simply pointing your smartphone or tablet at a specific image displayed in one of the Montblanc Harrods windows on Brompton Road, you … Read more
Incredibly expensive gifts When love steals your minds, it makes chaos in the bank accounts. Whether expressing love, appreciation, or gratitude, this incredibly expensive gifts were offered on very different occasions, but all were noticed by the media. When it comes to gift giving, the pleasure grows exponentially, therefore our list of most expensive gifts … Read more
One of the world’s most famous and historic diamonds, the Archduke Joseph, sold at Christie’s Geneva for record $18.8 Million. The Archduke Joseph, an awe-inspiring 76.02 carat D color, Internally Flawless Golconda diamond, was the grand finale of Christie’s sale of Magnificent Jewels, held at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues. One of the largest … Read more
A mini-exhibit with jewelry recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic opened its doors in north Atlanta to offer a glimpse on the Edwardian Period’s jewelry: diamond and sapphire rings, brooches, necklaces, cuff links and a pocket watch. The treasure comes from a single purser’s bag found during a 1987 research and recovery mission. … Read more