Tiffany & Co. Opens Its Largest Exhibit Ever in London
Ever wondered what a 128-karat diamond looks like? Us, too.
A new Tiffany & Co. exhibition is coming to London. From June 10 to August 19, 2022, viewers will have the chance to visit the Saatchi Gallery and experience the brand’s largest scale exhibition in nearly 100 years.
Not only will the new exhibit, Vision & Virtuosity, feature over 400 objects from the House’s archives, including a 128.54-karat diamond and the iconic original script from the quintessential New York movie, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but it also aims to demonstrate just how vision and virtuosity, two of the brand’s core values, have shaped the House since its founding in 1837. The exhibition also happens to coincide with the brand’s 150-year-anniversary since arriving in London.
The exhibit will be divided into seven chapters, each representing a different theme. Visitors will have the chance to learn about the man behind the brand– founder Charles Lewis Tiffany. Additionally, the iconic creative influences of other individuals, like jewelry designers Elsa Peretti and Jean Schlumberger, who have helped to make the brand so successful, will also be showcased.
Other chapters include an exploration of the Blue Book high jewelry collection, a look at Tiffany’s influence on society with the introduction of the Tiffany Setting engagement ring, a dive into Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and more.
“Since its inception, Tiffany & Co. has held a unique position within culture,” said Alexandre Arnault, executive vice president of product & communications. “[Vision & Virtuosity] celebrates the House’s most defining moments, showcases the incredible collection of archives and exemplifies why Tiffany & Co. is such an iconic brand.”
But that’s not all. Visitors will also have the opportunity to purchase a catalog featuring the highlights of Vision & Virtuosity. And good news— if you’re a fashion fan, the catalog features a foreword from the late fashion journalist André Leon Talley, as well as words from award-winning jewelry writer, Vivienne Becker. And in case you wanted a souvenir, limited edition items in the iconic Tiffany Blue color will also be available for purchase.