Chisa, a shop brand that showcases lifestyle items such as vintage costume jewelry and Murano glass, will be holding the "Trifari Exhibition - Remembering Alfred Philippe" at its Kitasando chisa store from July 29th. The exhibition will feature approximately 100 pieces of costume jewelry from Trifari, a company created during the war by Alfred Philippe, who previously worked for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpert.
When a designer from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpert was liberated from jewelry...
Trifari was founded in 1918 by Gustave Trifari, who came to the United States from Naples, Italy. 。
Photo: A series inspired by the Mughal Empire. Includes a crown brooch for 185,000 yen (plus tax)
This event will focus on rare pieces designed during the war by Alfred Philippe, who became chief designer of Trifari in 1930. This exhibition and sales event will allow you to enjoy the charm of jewelry that was freed from the constraints of high jewelry brands and designed freely and effortlessly using a variety of materials, as well as the outstanding handiwork of the artisans of the time. (All pieces will be available for purchase)
*As a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the number of people excluding staff allowed in the store will be limited to a maximum of four. Therefore, you may have to wait to enter during busy times. (At this time, customers of the cafe will not be counted)
* Tickets will also be sold online on the chisa website during the period.
* If congestion continues after the event, we will make an announcement on the chisa website and various social media platforms and introduce a reservation system.
Exhibition details
Title: Trifari Exhibition - Remembering Alfred Philippe -
English title: TRIFARI - A.Philippe Design -
Exhibition period: Wednesday, July 29th - Sunday, August 16th, 2020
Venue: chisa 4-21-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051
Opening hours: 11:00 - 19:00 (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, last orders at Chisa Cafe 16:30)
Inquiries: 03-6455-4546 (chisa)
Photo: Flower basket brooch 500,000 yen (+tax)
Highlights - Beautiful jewelry made from materials limited during wartime -
Trifari's costume jewelry is characterized by its exquisite craftsmanship, which earned it the nickname "real-look jewelry," and its unique, luxurious designs. The person who made this possible was none other than Alfred Philippe, who was appointed chief designer at Trifari in 1930.
He worked as a designer for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpert, and his talent was so great that First Lady Eisenhower entrusted him with jewelry design for her husband's inaugurations on two occasions. It is also certain that behind these works were the skilled artisans whose skills are unattainable today.
This time, we will be focusing on special pieces created during World War II. At a time when the use of many metals was restricted, A. Philippe continued to create enthusiastic pieces, including elegant pieces using sterling silver (SUV925) that had escaped conscription, and pieces using a resin he developed himself called Jelly Belly, which is indistinguishable from clear glass.
These rare pieces are so unique, dignified, and beautifully shining that it is hard to believe they were made in the midst of war. Costume jewelry that still shines beautifully today, while still conveying A. Philippe's passion, is a perfect fit for Trifari's catchphrase, "Jewels by Trifari," and could become a lifelong treasure for its owner, no less than fine jewelry.
Related Events
◎Live Stream Gallery Talk
A gallery talk by Chisako Kotaki, one of Japan's leading costume jewelry collectors and researcher, will be streamed live on Instagram from 2pm on July 29th. The talk will also be available to watch on the official Instagram account and YouTube after the broadcast.
◎Nino Piacere!!
Photo: Venetian beads called Sasso (pebble). Formed by covering glass over platinum foil
We will be introducing the 2020 S/S collection of chisa's new jewelry line [Nino], which was launched in collaboration with Venetian bead maestros with the aim of creating glass jewelry that is more beautiful than natural stones, as well as the A/W collection, which will be shown for the first time. The beads are designed to allow you to enjoy the beauty of high-quality Venetian beads, made possible only by creative director Chisako Kotaki, a Venetian bead researcher and collector, including Davide Penso, an artist who rarely produces beads these days, and the long-established Ercole Moretti.
◎Special summer sweets on sale for a limited time and in limited quantities
The "Tutty Fruity" (all fruit) design by A. Philippe during his time at Cartier and also produced by Trifari. In honor of the "Shine Muscat and Peach Trifari Parfait" series, during the event, Chef Sawano Megumi will be serving a specially created "Shine Muscat and Peach Trifari Parfait" (¥1,800 (tax included)) in chisa's new Murano glass, limited to four servings per day, at the Chisa Cafe located next to the venue.
Fresh Shine Muscat and peach are sandwiched between Earl Grey jelly and lemon curd made with plenty of lemon juice, and placed on top of panna cotta. Lime and freshly picked mint add an extra refreshing touch.
Exhibition curator: Kotaki Chisako
Born in Tokyo in 1947.
He is a researcher and collector of 20th century Murano glass, Venetian beads, and costume jewelry. He is the former director of the Kita-Kamakura Kotaki Museum of Art. He began collecting while working at his previous employer, Air France, and has been a collector for around 40 years. He boasts one of the largest collections and knowledge of European costume jewelry in Japan. In 2014, he launched the shop brand chisa, where he serves as creative director. He proposes a modern lifestyle that embraces beautiful culture. Her works include "Bessatsu Taiyo Venetian Beads" (Heibonsha, 2001) and TV appearances on NHK's "Bi no Tsubo", among others.
Sweets development: Sawano Megumi (Sawano Megumi)
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1984. Food director.
Raised in a household where all the family were chefs, she was in the same culinary world as long as she was old enough to understand. After training in Italy for two years, she returned to Japan and instead of having a restaurant, she provides food as a catering service, breaking away from the framework of Italian cuisine so that people can enjoy a variety of dishes. She started Monogatari Shokudo in 2014 based on the idea that "a full course meal is similar to a story". Her events, which use cooking to tell stories everyone knows, are so popular that reservations are always booked. In recent years, she has received many event offers from major corporations like Toyota Motor Corporation, making her a food director of note. Her recipe supervision includes "Easy Prepared Recipes for a Possessive Lifestyle" and "Komatta-san's Recipe Book," and she won the Picture Book Award at the 2018 Cooking Recipe Book Awards in Japan for "Wakatta-san's Golden-Crisp Recipes."
chisa (Chisa)
This jewelry and lifestyle item shop brand encourages people to spend their days slowly and carefully appreciating beauty. Produced by Chisako Kotaki, it opened in Kitasando, Tokyo in 2014. We carry vintage costume jewelry collected from all over Europe, as well as tableware and interior items from Murano, Venice.
Website: http://chisa.jp/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chisa.jewelry.lifestyle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chisa_tokyo/
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When a designer from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpert was liberated from jewelry...
Trifari was founded in 1918 by Gustave Trifari, who came to the United States from Naples, Italy. 。
Photo: A series inspired by the Mughal Empire. Includes a crown brooch for 185,000 yen (plus tax)
This event will focus on rare pieces designed during the war by Alfred Philippe, who became chief designer of Trifari in 1930. This exhibition and sales event will allow you to enjoy the charm of jewelry that was freed from the constraints of high jewelry brands and designed freely and effortlessly using a variety of materials, as well as the outstanding handiwork of the artisans of the time. (All pieces will be available for purchase)
*As a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the number of people excluding staff allowed in the store will be limited to a maximum of four. Therefore, you may have to wait to enter during busy times. (At this time, customers of the cafe will not be counted)
* Tickets will also be sold online on the chisa website during the period.
* If congestion continues after the event, we will make an announcement on the chisa website and various social media platforms and introduce a reservation system.
Exhibition details
Title: Trifari Exhibition - Remembering Alfred Philippe -
English title: TRIFARI - A.Philippe Design -
Exhibition period: Wednesday, July 29th - Sunday, August 16th, 2020
Venue: chisa 4-21-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051
Opening hours: 11:00 - 19:00 (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, last orders at Chisa Cafe 16:30)
Inquiries: 03-6455-4546 (chisa)
Photo: Flower basket brooch 500,000 yen (+tax)
Highlights - Beautiful jewelry made from materials limited during wartime -
Trifari's costume jewelry is characterized by its exquisite craftsmanship, which earned it the nickname "real-look jewelry," and its unique, luxurious designs. The person who made this possible was none other than Alfred Philippe, who was appointed chief designer at Trifari in 1930.
He worked as a designer for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpert, and his talent was so great that First Lady Eisenhower entrusted him with jewelry design for her husband's inaugurations on two occasions. It is also certain that behind these works were the skilled artisans whose skills are unattainable today.
This time, we will be focusing on special pieces created during World War II. At a time when the use of many metals was restricted, A. Philippe continued to create enthusiastic pieces, including elegant pieces using sterling silver (SUV925) that had escaped conscription, and pieces using a resin he developed himself called Jelly Belly, which is indistinguishable from clear glass.
These rare pieces are so unique, dignified, and beautifully shining that it is hard to believe they were made in the midst of war. Costume jewelry that still shines beautifully today, while still conveying A. Philippe's passion, is a perfect fit for Trifari's catchphrase, "Jewels by Trifari," and could become a lifelong treasure for its owner, no less than fine jewelry.
Related Events
◎Live Stream Gallery Talk
A gallery talk by Chisako Kotaki, one of Japan's leading costume jewelry collectors and researcher, will be streamed live on Instagram from 2pm on July 29th. The talk will also be available to watch on the official Instagram account and YouTube after the broadcast.
◎Nino Piacere!!
Photo: Venetian beads called Sasso (pebble). Formed by covering glass over platinum foil
We will be introducing the 2020 S/S collection of chisa's new jewelry line [Nino], which was launched in collaboration with Venetian bead maestros with the aim of creating glass jewelry that is more beautiful than natural stones, as well as the A/W collection, which will be shown for the first time. The beads are designed to allow you to enjoy the beauty of high-quality Venetian beads, made possible only by creative director Chisako Kotaki, a Venetian bead researcher and collector, including Davide Penso, an artist who rarely produces beads these days, and the long-established Ercole Moretti.
◎Special summer sweets on sale for a limited time and in limited quantities
The "Tutty Fruity" (all fruit) design by A. Philippe during his time at Cartier and also produced by Trifari. In honor of the "Shine Muscat and Peach Trifari Parfait" series, during the event, Chef Sawano Megumi will be serving a specially created "Shine Muscat and Peach Trifari Parfait" (¥1,800 (tax included)) in chisa's new Murano glass, limited to four servings per day, at the Chisa Cafe located next to the venue.
Fresh Shine Muscat and peach are sandwiched between Earl Grey jelly and lemon curd made with plenty of lemon juice, and placed on top of panna cotta. Lime and freshly picked mint add an extra refreshing touch.
Exhibition curator: Kotaki Chisako
Born in Tokyo in 1947.
He is a researcher and collector of 20th century Murano glass, Venetian beads, and costume jewelry. He is the former director of the Kita-Kamakura Kotaki Museum of Art. He began collecting while working at his previous employer, Air France, and has been a collector for around 40 years. He boasts one of the largest collections and knowledge of European costume jewelry in Japan. In 2014, he launched the shop brand chisa, where he serves as creative director. He proposes a modern lifestyle that embraces beautiful culture. Her works include "Bessatsu Taiyo Venetian Beads" (Heibonsha, 2001) and TV appearances on NHK's "Bi no Tsubo", among others.
Sweets development: Sawano Megumi (Sawano Megumi)
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1984. Food director.
Raised in a household where all the family were chefs, she was in the same culinary world as long as she was old enough to understand. After training in Italy for two years, she returned to Japan and instead of having a restaurant, she provides food as a catering service, breaking away from the framework of Italian cuisine so that people can enjoy a variety of dishes. She started Monogatari Shokudo in 2014 based on the idea that "a full course meal is similar to a story". Her events, which use cooking to tell stories everyone knows, are so popular that reservations are always booked. In recent years, she has received many event offers from major corporations like Toyota Motor Corporation, making her a food director of note. Her recipe supervision includes "Easy Prepared Recipes for a Possessive Lifestyle" and "Komatta-san's Recipe Book," and she won the Picture Book Award at the 2018 Cooking Recipe Book Awards in Japan for "Wakatta-san's Golden-Crisp Recipes."
chisa (Chisa)
This jewelry and lifestyle item shop brand encourages people to spend their days slowly and carefully appreciating beauty. Produced by Chisako Kotaki, it opened in Kitasando, Tokyo in 2014. We carry vintage costume jewelry collected from all over Europe, as well as tableware and interior items from Murano, Venice.
Website: http://chisa.jp/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chisa.jewelry.lifestyle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chisa_tokyo/
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