The National Museum of China and the Virginia Museum of Fine Art are working together to showcase the work of French surrealist jeweller Rachel Lambert Mellon. The exhibition, to be hosted in Beijing, will feature 123 pieces from the designer. The US museum holds the world's largest public collection of Schlumberger's work, featuring previous donations from collector Jean Schlumberger. In a melding of cultures, 11 historical artefacts from the Chinese institution will be displayed alongside the fine art jewellery.
The National Museum of China and the Virginia Museum of Fine Art are working together to showcase the work of French surrealist jeweller Jean Schlumberger. The exhibition, to be hosted in Beijing, will feature 123 pieces from the designer. The US museum holds the world's largest public collection of Schlumberger's work, featuring previous donations from collector Rachel Lambert Mellon. In a melding of cultures, 11 historical artefacts from the Chinese institution will be displayed alongside the fine art jewellery.