Strong and Precious Art Foundation Unveils Ukrainian Jewellery Exhibition in Washington DC
Harriet Whitaker
https://www.professionaljeweller.com/
The Strong and Precious Art Foundation hosted an exclusive private jewellery exhibition showcasing a selection of Ukrainian jewels. Each piece at the exhibition presented a “rich history,” raising awareness for the Ukrainian cause.
The event was held on April 11 in Washington DC, and featured six jewels, each telling a unique story of craftsmanship, heritage, and symbolism inspired by Ukraine.
Hosted at Ukraine House, the venue is a hub for Ukrainian culture and hospitality. The occasion marked the second Strong and Precious exhibition in the USA.
Marianna Falkova, executive director of Ukraine House, and Ruslan Falkov, director of International and Governmental Relations at Ukraine House, stated: “We express our gratitude to the Strong and Precious Art Foundation and the founder, Olga Oleksenko, for showcasing these six unique pieces to our local community.
“Each piece carries a rich history, transforming the act of wearing jewellery from a display of wealth to an embodiment of cultural heritage.”
Image Credit: Radomskiy Photography
Tiffany Stevens, CEO General Counsel of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) interviewed the Strong and Precious Art Foundation’s founder, Olga Oleksenko, offering insights into the inspiration behind the pieces.
Inesa Kovalova’s “Links Brooch” – above – blends industrial structures with nature’s beauty, symbolising the unity between the East and West of Ukraine.
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