Stones and Reveries: the Poetry and Minerals of Roger Caillois

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Who was Roger Caillois? What were his sources of inspiration? How did stones influence his thoughts and writings?

Through this talk, our speakers will take you to the heart of Roger Caillois’ exceptional collection, and explore his prose, deeply inspired by his “picture stones”.

Developed by the teams at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts to offer a new look at the world of jewelry, these online talks bring together two experts for a 45–50-minute conversation that is followed by a Q&A session during which you may submit your questions by instant messaging. Should you wish to learn more, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts will send you a detailed bibliography following the event.

Speakers:

• With Pr. François Farges, curator of the exhibition Stones and Reveries: The Poetry and Minerals of Roger Caillois and scientist in charge of the MNHN’s collections of gems and objets d’art
• Laetitia Gilles-Guéry, gemologist and lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

Dates and time:

23.02.2026, 7 – 8p.m. Hong Kong Time
In French
English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese simultaneous interpretation available

24.02.2026, 2 – 3a.m. Hong Kong Time
In French
English simultaneous interpretation available

Free. By Registration only.