Latest Stories
Is it a Coin? Is it a Watch?
Latest Stories
Jewels Where You’d Least Expect Them… in a Watch Movement
Category: Timepieces
There is something equally gratifying in things that happen unexpectedly and in finding something where you least expect it...
Hidden Gems: The Exceptionally Rare
Category: Jewels
Diamonds, sapphires, and rubies might be first to spring to mind as the most coveted and widely collected gemstones in the world...
That Chair for the Library
Category: Decorative Arts
Our salon auctions are the closest thing to a traditional auction experience and one of the privileges that comes with observing these auctions is di...
Fantastical Aquariums
Category: Decorative Arts
There’s certainly a thread here between my recent piece on Essex Crystal and this short story...
A Global Curatorial Celebration of Creativity & Expression
Category: Art
Art Biennials and Triennials offer a comprehensive overview of artistic practices whilst also facilitating cultural exchange and dialogue...
Three Legendary Female Interior Designers from the 19th Century to Now
Category: Decorative Arts
Often referred to as “America’s first decorator”, De Wolfe was born in New York City and her life story provides a fascinating tale of romance a...
Leonard Joel Hawthorn: Behind the Design
Category: Leonard Joel News
We hope that you may have already had the chance to visit us at our brand-new galleries in Hawthorn and enjoyed the elegant, contemporary setting desi...
Chanel & Verdura
Category: Jewels
Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, a visionary in fashion and style, held a profound belief that jewellery should evoke wonder rather than envy...
Welcoming Wiebke Brix, Head of Art
Category: Art
It is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of Dr. Wiebke Brix as the new Head of Art at Leonard Joel...