Organized by the Fondation d’Entreprise Bernardaud, the leading manufacturer of porcelain
in France,
and curated by renowned German-born goldsmith and jewellery artist
Monika Brugger,
A Bit of Clay on the Skin: New Ceramic Jewellery showcases
the versatility and allure of ceramics in jewellery. 
To celebrate the
opening of the exhibition, Ms. Brugger will be giving a lecture on
Thursday, May 16 from 6:30 – 8 pm on the history of jewellery and
the variety of innovative materials that have been used in this art
form. 
The lecture will be accompanied by a wine and cheese reception
beginning at 5:30 pm. 
Tickets to the lecture may
be purchased online at: http://www.gardinermuseum.com/event/from-egyptian-craftsmen-to-european-artists.