At the Louisa Guinness Gallery in London, the ‘Surrealist Jewels 101’ exhibition will open on 26 September. Organisers say the exhibition has been timed to celebrate the 101st anniversary of surrealism beginning in Europe as an art and cultural phenomenon.
The exhibition features jewellery made by artists such as Salvador Dali, Man Ray, Max Ernst, Niki de Saint Phalle, and Claude Lalanne, among others. In a statement, organisers Louisa Guinness said it was a collection that took years to develop.
“This isn’t just a jewellery show about surrealism, it’s a surrealist experience,” she explained.
“I have spent years collecting and curating artist-made jewellery, and I know when a piece pushes boundaries.”
“I chose these works because they each capture something surreal, something unforgettable. Whether it’s a master or a new voice, the artists in this show are all speaking surrealism, that’s what matters.”
One highlight is Dali’s 1949 brooch, ‘Eye of Time,’ created from platinum, diamond, ruby, and enamel. The piece depicts a crying eye set in a clock and is appearing in public in London for the first time in more than 50 years.
Historic examples will be showcased alongside contemporary designers, including Hannah Martin, Wenju Tseng, Martina Kocianova, Veronika Fabian, Jiayang He, and Roei Palant.
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