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The 7th edition of the exhibition catering to professionals and enthusiasts of precious stones and jewelry is scheduled to commence from Thursday, November 2nd, to Sunday, November 5th, within the premises of Palexpo Hall 6, the same venue as the November 2022 edition. Occupying an expansive 14,000 square meters of exhibition space, this event strategically coincides with the significant autumn auctions and other activities during the Geneva Luxury Week. The event’s organizers are diligently crafting a novel layout, set to be unveiled in due course.
As of now, 145 dealers and a total of 156 exhibitors have been meticulously selected to partake in the forthcoming November edition of the exhibition (Numbers subject to change; further updates expected in September 2023). The organizers are already projecting an exceptionally dynamic event, featuring more exhibitors compared to the November 2022 edition (which comprised 176, encompassing 144 dealers), while maintaining an elevated level of exclusivity compared to the May 2023 event (which accommodated 230 exhibitors and 192 dealers).
Several prominent attributes from past GemGenève events will transition into annual fixtures, notably the Designer Vivarium, which will become a regular highlight during spring editions. A similar approach will be applied to collaborations with educational institutions, including the ongoing partnership with HEAD and the Grand Theatre of Geneva, scheduled next in May 2024. Concurrently, the Donna Jewel project involving students from Galdus School and CREA EYES with Donatella Zappieri will become customary features during autumn editions.
We place equal significance on precious stones, jewelry creation, and design, as well as the cultivation of genuine solidarity by uniting the global community of precious stone traders, antique jewelry connoisseurs, designers, and all those who share a fervor for exquisite jewels.
Thomas Faerber, Co-founder of GemGenève
Staying true to its distinct formula, GemGenève continues to serve as a trade fair conceived by exhibitors for exhibitors, extending its accessibility to the general public. The event serves as a distinctive platform dedicated to the realm of exceptional diamonds, precious stones, pearls, as well as antique and contemporary jewelry. It spotlights esteemed designers alongside emerging talents, fostering the involvement of prestigious educational institutions and nurturing the designers of tomorrow.
Beyond its role as a conventional trade exhibition, the event is increasingly prioritizing aspects of culture, youth engagement, training, and knowledge transmission. GemGenève is actively exploring novel avenues and initiatives for display. Under the guidance of Director Mathieu Dekeukelaire, the organizers are particularly committed to enhancing the cultural program’s caliber with each new edition.
The formal press conference is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 1st. Subsequently, the Preview event, attended by local authorities, esteemed guests, and media representatives, will be held on the same day at 2 p.m.
Event Schedule
In its second iteration, GemGenève returns to the expansive Hall 6, offering a generous exhibition space of 14,000 square meters. While the venue remains consistent with the November 2022 event, the upcoming GemGenève distinguishes itself with a novel main entrance and an updated stand arrangement. This development is prompted by evolving requirements at the Palexpo center and the organizers’ commitment to enhancing the stand placements with each successive edition. The layout for this edition focuses on creating small coffee station-inspired spaces, well-defined main aisles, thoughtfully curated exhibition zones, and comfortable lounges.
Collaborating with the esteemed Parisian design firm Autre Idée since 2021, the organizers have chosen a fresh ambiance for the autumn edition. This new setting aims to encapsulate a mineral-infused yet intimate atmosphere, subtly infused with a touch of Japanese design elements.
Continuing the tradition of its six previous editions, GemGenève continues to gather an exclusive assembly of international dealers spanning the entire spectrum of the jewelry industry. At the core of this show, meticulously crafted with their preferences in mind, buyers and industry leaders converge to present a remarkable array of elusive pieces awaiting exploration and acquisition. The offerings range from everyday wearable affordable jewelry to antique gems with historical significance, and exceptional pieces that could easily grace museum collections, all the way to contemporary creations embodying the ingenuity of today’s emerging talents.
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With Dropshop, Phillips Expands Beyond the Traditional Auction House Realm by Introducing an Innovative Primary Market Model of Limited-Edition Collaborations on A First Come, First Served Basis
Phillips is pleased to announce Dropshop, a digital platform offering limited-edition releases of primary market art and objects in partnership with the artists, collaborators, and brands defining contemporary culture. Dropshop is the first and only platform in the international auction sphere that partners directly with working artists, disrupting the traditional, long-held dynamics between the primary and secondary markets. Phillips will collaborate with partners on every step, from conception and curation through to fabrication and promotion. Items are available for a limited time through a “buy now” ecommerce model at dropshop.phillips.com. Offerings are exclusive to Phillips’ Dropshop; once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Launching 20 August with Australian Hyperrealist Cj Hendry
Dropshop Creators Will Receive Resale Royalty Commission In Future Phillips Sales—An Industry First
As the only global house focused on 20th Century and Contemporary art, design and luxury items, Dropshop will revolutionize the experience of collecting in real time. Dropshop is poised to modernize the collecting experience in the spirit of Phillips’ ongoing commitment to modeling market change, continued digital innovation and creative incubation.
Regularly scheduled ‘drops’ act as a dedicated digital space for artists to directly engage with audiences and collectors around the world in a way that is distinct to Phillips. Further demonstrating Phillips’ commitment to artists working today, works purchased in Dropshop and subsequently resold in a Phillips auction or exhibition will earn the artist a resale royalty commission, enabling creators to participate in the secondary market success of their work. No other house has made this level of commitment to Contemporary artists or makers working today.
Christine Miele, Phillips’ New Retail Sales Director, Ecommerce, who was brought on to launch the initiative, said, “Created in response to the generational shift of contemporary artists taking a more active role in self-representation, Phillips’ Dropshop is truly groundbreaking. These regular ‘takeovers’ are designed to create a dedicated space for artists to directly engage with Phillips’ global collecting community, amplifying their own voice in a personal and impactful way. As we embark on this venture, we look forward to presenting a culturally diverse range of artists, spanning both emerging and blue-chip names. With Cj Hendry’s vibrant and captivating artworks resonating with people across the globe, we are thrilled to partner with her as we launch Dropshop.”
Dropshop will launch on Sunday, 20 August, with works from Australian hyperrealist Cj Hendry, an artist who embodies the spirit of self-representation, broad inclusion and democratization of the market. A first in her upcoming Crown series, Hendry’s ‘drop’ will feature one hundred bronze crowns, reminiscent of inflatables, alongside a large-scale drawing of one of the crowns. The pieces will be released on Dropshop at 10am ET on the 20th, following an in-person experience on 19 August at 432 Park Avenue, featuring a “treasure hunt” through thousands of inflatable plastic crowns.
Cj is committed to the principles of zero waste in practice. Any leftover plastic crowns will be recycled and used in an upcoming exhibition. This is a testament to her dedication to sustainability and her desire to create art that is not only visually stunning but also environmentally responsible. By reusing materials, Cj is taking an innovative approach to art that is both creative and conscious.
Cj Hendry said, “I am an artist of sorts, an impresario masquerading as an artist. In the early days my practice was intensely linear, built solely on drawing, with mechanical draftsmanship being my focus. Over the years my hunger to build concepts bigger than a sheet of paper began to develop. I’ve come to exist within a grey area where I juggle curiosity, 2D, 3D, reality and fantasy. I am honoured to collaborate with Phillips for their first-ever Dropshop edition, and flattered to be the first for this venture. The theme of the drop is Crowns and, between the limited-edition bronze crowns available online and the live event taking place at Phillips HQ, we are bringing the concept into reality; there really is something for everyone here.”
ABOUT CJ HENDRY:
Cj Hendry (b. 1988) is a New York-based artist originally from Brisbane, Australia. Hendry transforms her fascination with contemporary material culture into large-scale, hyper-photorealistic drawings. Hendry’s exhibits are intended to be actively experienced through engaging, fun, and thought-provoking exhibits. For her exhibit Monochrome, Hendry and her team built an entire multi-room “home” inside a warehouse with each room entirely monochrome-colored from floor to ceiling and everything in between. For Rorschach, guests jumped through a gigantic bouncy house maze in order to reach and finally view the impressive series. Each Cj Hendry exhibit, from Miami to Melbourne, draws massive crowds with attendees waiting in line for several hours – and, in the end, everyone leaves more enriched than when they arrived. With her celebrity clientele – and many works in private collections – Hendry’s waitlist is now well over 3,000 collectors with a wait time of up to five years.
Miele joined Phillips in Spring 2023 with a diverse range of experience and relationships in art and culture, joining Phillips from the Kehinde Wiley Shop where she rebranded and scaled the artist’s offering as his Ecommerce Director. She also co-owned and operated the mid-century design gallery reGeneration for nearly three decades in SoHo.
ABOUT PHILLIPS:
Phillips is a leading global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century art and design. With dedicated expertise in the areas of 20th Century and Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewelry, Phillips offers professional services and advice on all aspects of collecting. Auctions and exhibitions are held at salerooms in New York, London, Geneva, and Hong Kong, while clients are further served through representative offices based throughout Europe, the United States and Asia. Phillips also offers an online auction platform accessible anywhere in the world. In addition to providing selling and buying opportunities through auction, Phillips brokers private sales and offers with appraisals, valuations, and other financial services.
Visit www.phillips.com for further information.
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