Gold, Jasper, and Carnelian:
Johann Christian Neuber at the Saxon Court
May 30 through August 19, 2012
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In 1786 Johann Christian Neuber advertised in the Journal
des Luxus und der Moden (Journal of Luxury and Fashion) of Leipzig: "M. Neuber, jeweler to the court of the Elector
of Dresden, has invented a very nice way to make buttons
that is likely to be imitated in Paris. As incredible as it
seems, in fashion, Germany could offer a model for this
great capital." With such an advertisement, Neuber hoped
to attract a large number of customers for his unique buttons
and other luxurious accessories, including chatelaines
worn by women on their belts to hold a watch, keys, or
sewing tools.
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Sealing wax case
Dresden, c. 1775–85
Gold, jasper, agate, chalcedony, carnelian, and lapis lazuli
Private collection
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Chatelaine
Watch signed "Hoendschker"
Dresden, c. 1775–85
Gold, jasper, agate, chalcedony, carnelian, and lapis lazuli
The Drexel Collection, Philadelphia |
The exhibition is co-organized by the Grünes Gewölbe of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Galerie J. Kugel, Paris, and The Frick Collection. Support for the presentation in New York is generously provided by Walter and Vera Eberstadt, Aso O. Tavitian, Margot and Jerry Bogert, and an anonymous donor. |
