Contemporary jewellers hold their own against antique treasures at Masterpiece London

As contemporary jewellers increasingly stake their territory at art and design fairs (Masterpiece London, PAD, TEFAF in Maastricht and now Gem Genève, the new, dedicated jewellery and gem fair which launched earlier this year), they put themselves somewhat at risk Because despite the wow-factor of all the modern techniques, intriguing new materials and avant garde designs they may use, pitching themselves against true masterpieces from the past can backfire. All the newness in the world may not stand up to scrutiny when presented alongside exquisite items of serious provenance. . Source