Lee Siegelson: marking the centenary of my family business

specialist Lee Siegelson picks out a design piece of shared heritage and values to commemorate 100 years, as told to Caragh McKay

‘Giraffe’ lacquer and Oréum necklaces and bracelets, prices on request, by Jean Dunand, from Siegelson New York. Top and skirt, both by Hermès.My grandfather, Louis Siegelson, opened his watch-repair shop in Brooklyn in 1920. When my father, Hy, took the helm, he expanded the business to diamonds and, eventually occupying the largest display window on 47th Street in the heart of the Diamond District.

For me, the ‘Giraffe’ set sums up the Siegelson way – it has no big gems or obvious beacons of value. We have many rare pieces that do, but this is simply an exceptionally crafted design. The lacquered Oréum necklaces and bracelets are the work of sculptor, craftsman anddesigner Jean Dunand. They speak of a specific moment in the 1920s when the value of the material wasn’t as important, but the design was.

South Africa South Africa Latest News, South Africa South Africa Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

The coronavirus pandemic has hit women in business particularly hard | Gene MarksFour times as many females as males have left the workforce while women working from home have had to do the heavy lifting of childcare
Source: The Guardian - 🏆 84. / 53 Read more »