Bumer: 30 Years of Art

(Hardback)

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This superb coffee table book celebrates the jeweler Lorenz Bumer's 30 years of creativity with emblematic and iconic works of art such as Princess Charlene's tiara, the Mikado jewel, the Astrolabe jewel, a meteorite ring, an academician's sword, and a perfume bottle for Guerlain. This illustrated anthology showcases the creator's talent with testimony from guest contributors. Each object and piece of jewelry is photographed and presented by a personality from the arts, gastronomy, industry, or by one of his close acquaintances, speaking about their relationship with the jeweler and his universe. Contributors include Alain Ducasse, JR, and Philippe Labro; a whole community forms around Lorenz Bamer and presents their respective unique insights into his creations.

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Lorenz Bumerwas born in Washington, is a graduate engineer of cole Centrale de Paris, and isa pioneer in the use of new techniques and new material in jewelry design. Lead creative director for Chanel Jewelry and Louis Vuitton Joaillerie, he also collaborates with Herms, Cartier, Piaget Guerlain, and Hennessy. The only independent jeweler of the Place Vendme, Lorenz Bumer stands tall as one of the greatest jewelers of the 21st century.Philippe Garciais a gifted photographer whose talents span the art of still life as well as stage production and reporting. He works for the fashion industry, media, and advertising.