“Arab Women & Jewelry” (in Arabic)by L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpelsin partnership with Qatar Museums - M7

“Arab Women & Jewelry” by L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels in partnership with Qatar Museums - M7

Event

Liwan Design Studio & Labs

Umm Wishad St, Doha

2777 Doha

Qatar

This talk will be led in Arabic and examines the multifaceted relationship between Arab women, jewelry, and cultural identity, while also exploring the historical and sociocultural significance of jewelry as both an adornment and treasure from the Middle East.

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The discussion further investigates the artistry and technical craftsmanship chosen by women, with a focus on materiality and its symbolic meanings. The talk highlights the contributions of iconic women jewelry designers and makers, while also addressing the emerging generation of creatives reshaping the field. This exploration underscores the intersection of gender, art, and cultural heritage in jewelry design and production. This activation marks the first event to take place in the leadup to a major partnership project between L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, Qatar Museums – M7 with support of Ali Bin Ali.

Speakers:
Tania Heikal, Gemologist and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

Noura Al Serkal, Jeweler and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

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