Latest articles by Caragh McKay
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Marking time: Hermès’ new watch cuts a dash thanks to graphic designer Philippe Apeloig
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Make a statement with these high jewellery brooches
In honour of Madeleine Albright (1937 – 2022), who as US secretary of state frequently communicated her diplomatic intentions through a vast collection of brooches, we revisit an exquisite array of high jewellery pieces, first featured in Wallpaper’s October 2016 issue
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Ring cycle: Delfina Delettrez’s fine watch debut for Fendi
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Milan time: Hublot, Rubinacci and Lapo Elkann mark a horological moment
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From Bourgeois to Baldessari, last chance to see Hauser & Wirth’s unmissable jewellery show
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Editor’s pick: last chance to see the MET’s mesmerising array of ancient American gold
Boasting legendary New York sculptor and jeweller David Yurman as its partner, ‘Golden Kingdoms: Luxury and Legacy in the Ancient Americas’ at the New York MET adds to a growing appreciation of precious metalwork beyond decorative impact. The power of these exquisitely crafted precious materials to exalt the wearer and onlooker beyond the everyday was more significant than inherent value. A glorious paean to ancient goldworking techniques, this week presents a last chance to see the exhibition. Usually, you’d have to travel to Colombia to view the jaw-dropping additions from Bogotá’s famed Museo del Oro, so we think that the sizeable collection on show here is well worth bringing to your attention. The exhibition is on view at The Met Fifth Avenue, Gallery 199 until 28 May. We’ve pinpointed some of our favourite pieces:
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Chemical reaction: Rolf Sachs’ brilliant horological experiment
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Van Cleef & Arpels explore the history of gems
Van Cleef & Arpels connect mineralogy, gemmology and jewellery in a Paris exhibition
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Snowflake generation: the evolution of Tudor
By artfully mining its heritage, Swiss watch brand Tudor has created a new design identity that’s all its own
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Tupelo to Red Right Hand: the songs of Nick Cave inspire a glitteringly dark jewel
Model Susie Cave and jewellery designer Annoushka Ducas created a charm bracelet marked by Nick Cave songs. Here’s how its dark, rattling delights came to life. Polaroid photography by Nick Cave
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Everything is illuminated: David Morris presents high jewellery in a new light
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Time and again: Chanel celebrates 30 years as a horological auteur
The launch of its latest Code Coco design marks three decades since Chanel embraced fine watchmaking traditions, fusing materials, engineering and craft to create a stylish horological universe all its own. Here, we explore the house’s key watch design moments
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The long view: what Munich-based designer Saskia Diez did next
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Ron Arad’s Last Train arrives in Venice
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Out of the woods: the natural wonder of Piaget’s marquetry jewels
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Smooth sailing: Chanel navigates a new era of high jewellery design
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Cécile Guenat channels Pokémon and African art at Richard Mille
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Alchemy unwound: the watch and jewellery brands putting their own spin on precious metals
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Attachment theory: the humble safety pin joins Hermès’ hall of fame
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Watchmakers create exclusive pieces for Harrods at SalonQP fair
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'Dark Matter': Kath Libbert heralds the new generation of art jewellers
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Ellipse gloss: Patek Philippe updates an era-defining dress watch
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The making of the ‘Holy Handmade!’ signet-ring seal, by Rebus
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Cultural exchange: Rolex mentor David Chipperfield pairs with Swiss protégé
