Gold bead granulation is an ancient technique that first appeared in the third millennium BC; Cartier introduced it for its watches in 2013, with the help of experts from the Louvre Museum. The earliest example of this technique in its timepieces is found in the Panthère’s face, constructed from gold beads melded onto a gold dial.
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Cartier opened its Maison des Métiers d’Art in 2014, as did other luxury brands, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Graff, Jaquet Droz, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe, as an investment to meet growing demand for highly crafted timepieces. Read More...
If you've been on Instagram or TikTok, you've probably noticed that one of the most ancient beauty tools is taking over the world, one contoured and plump face at a time. Yes, we're talking about gua sha (aka the Botox of the East). Fans of the tool report real, noticeable results, like firmer, smoother skin and less acne, blemishes, and eczema. It sounds too good to be true, right? Well, we consulted skincare and traditional Chinese medicine practicing experts Sandra Lanshin Chiu and Anna Lam to find the most effective methods to use your little tool in order to deliver the best results. Read More...
The 30-plus paintings on show at LGDR & Wei gallery in Hong Kong were curated by Karin Oen, a Singapore-based scholar and head of the department of art history at Nanyang Technological University.
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