Rene Lalique was truly the "originator of a new era" in jewelry. He began to create something completely new in this area in 1890. His contribution largely was due to an exceptional capacity for work, the amazing power of imagination, combined with a special gift of the artist, a magnificent possession of jewelry techniques as well as the fact that creating his works, he found the use of materials in a classic jewelry unthinkable at the time.
Florentine engraving is one of the important jewelry techniques, which has firstly appeared in the 15th century in Florence - the cradle of Renaissance, the city of the most skilled goldsmiths, artisans, painters, architects, sculptors, ruled by the Medici dynasty.
This year spring auction is dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Christie’s presence in Asia which captures numerous fields of arts to be highlighted during the week. The most exquisite jewelry and masterpieces will be showcased at the Hong Kong session on 31 May, named Magnificent Jewels. Rare jewelry items will delight the eye of even the most sophisticated collector and amateur. Here are the top ten traditional and cutting edge pieces by the most sought-after jewelers I wonder to pay your attention on.