The Tiffany Wonder exhibition In Tokyo.
Photo: MATT HARRINGTON
A Dazzling New Tiffany & Co. Exhibition Is Set to Open in Tokyo This Spring
The history of craftsmanship is celebrated with more than 300 masterpiece objects revealing strong ties to Japan and its traditional arts
Circa 1904 Dragonfly brooch, designed by Julia Munson under the direction of Louis Comfort Tiffany. Photo: Courtesy Tiffany & Co.
Creativity and craftsmanship have long been the central pillars of Tiffany & Co. Now, the iconic American jeweler has unveiled plans for its latest exhibition, “Tiffany Wonder,” an immersive experience exploring those unique ties. Slated to take place in Tokyo, Japan, this spring, the show will be on view from April 12 through June 23, transporting visitors on a journey through hundreds of Tiffany masterpieces utilizing legendary diamonds and showstopping colored gems.
Further elevating the theme, the installation is fittingly located in one of the tallest buildings in Tokyo, the Toranomon Hills Station Tower, designed by Galerie Creative Mind Shohei Shigematsu of architecture OMA. It’s an awe-inspiring setting for an equally grand presentation.
“Tiffany & Co. has been inspired by Japan for decades”
Anthony Ledru, President & Chief Executive Officer, Tiffany & Co
Tiffany & Co. boasts a long relationship with Japan, dating back to 1837 when founder Charles Lewis Tiffany would sell hand-selected imported Japanese goods to his clients. At that time, these exotic objets exemplified a rare and exciting offering for American consumers. The influence of Japan is of course still found throughout the brand, and Tiffany’s preeminent designer Elsa Peretti even found inspiration for her work in the nation’s traditional arts.
Trellis and Leaves necklace, 1956, designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Photo: Courtesy Tiffany & Co.
The Tiffany Diamond Bird on a Rock brooch. Photo: Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.
“Tiffany & Co. has been inspired by Japan for decades and the house’s authentic connection and extensive history in the region has only continued to grow,” Anthony Ledru, president and chief executive officer of Tiffany & Co. says in a statement. “Our latest exhibition showcases some of Tiffany’s most exceptional creations including the first Bird on a Rock brooch from 1965 designed by one of the 20th century’s most gifted designers, Jean Schlumberger. Uplifting the exceptional craftmanship, unparalleled diamond authority and inventiveness of Tiffany, the exhibition will bring the joy of the house to every visitor.”
Guests looking to experience the works can traverse the 10 rooms of “Tiffany Wonder,” each space showcasing various themes. Overall, the presentation contains a staggering 300 items, most of which have never been seen before, making the dazzling collection a wondrous sight indeed.
Cover: The Tiffany Wonder exhibition In Tokyo.
Photo: MATT HARRINGTON
