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Daguerreotype_obverseJewellery Quarter Jewellery Commissions: 

An exhibition of contemporary jewellery
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
Until 5th February 2011

This stunning exhibition showcases newly commissioned pieces of jewellery by Birmingham designer-makers, generously sponsored by the Birmingham Assay Office, Birmingham City University and Birmingham City Council. In celebration of the historic Jewellery Quarter, the jewellery is inspired by the area and draws on its buildings and architecture, its history and heritage.

All three participating designer makers; Heidi Hinder, Anna Lorenz and Kathryn Partington reveal in their work the extraordinary skill and creativity that thrives in the Jewellery Quarter today.  

The exhibition also gives insight into the processes involved in making the jewellery including preparatory works and photographs of the makers in their workshops.
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter , 75-80 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham B18 6HA
Tel: (0121) 554 3598 www.bmag.org.uk

Open 10.30am – 4.00pm Tuesday to Saturday
Closed Sundays and Mondays except Bank Holidays

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