Some “dialogues” are both coincidental and inevitable. In this conversation about aethtetic and heritage, there are a few aspects that I find particularly compelling:

A Dialogue of Materials: The Fusion of Natural and Artificial
Precious gemstones and natural stones, born from millions of years of Earth’s sedimentation, are gifts from nature. Artificial materials, on the other hand, are the fruits of the industrial revolution and modern technological progress, symbolizing human creativity. Through this exhibition, art achieves a harmonious coexistence between these two realms.

Eternity and Ephemerality: The Traces of Time
Jewelry, with its rarity and durability, is often seen as a symbol of eternity.
Sculptural materials like ceramics and bronze, despite their historical lineage, reveal the passage of time through their fragility and surface oxidation. “Eternity and the ephemeral” remain philosophical questions we continually explore.

Cultural Heritage: The Convergence of East and West
Both jewelry and sculptural materials carry deep cultural significance. If diamonds are said to represent Western opulence, could bronze be seen as a reflection of Eastern classical heritage? In this “dialogue,” we observe the clash and blending of Eastern and Western cultures.

Light and Texture: Experiences of Vision and Touch
The luster of jewelry and the texture of sculptural materials create a powerful “dialogue” between visual and tactile experiences.

Nature’s Beauty: The Vitality of Materials
All materials, whether crystalline gems or sculptural stones, are products of natural evolution, embodying the Earth’s “vitality.”

Abstraction and Figuration: A Dialogue of Forms
Haute couture jewelry designs tend to be detailed and figurative, while sculptural materials in contemporary art often lean toward abstraction. In this dialogue, audiences and artists together explore the relationship between the tangible and the abstract.

The Significance and Blessings of the New Year
As the Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day approach, both jewelry and sculpture serve as forms of heritage, conveying wishes for a “brilliant future” and “enduring love.”

This dialogue between brilliance and abstraction is not only a visual and intellectual feast but also a tribute to rare materials and human ingenuity.

Dr. Jie Li Elbraechter
January 2025