Transforms the storied halls of Hotel Des Indes into a summer cultural salon — a destination for collectors and aesthetes who seek beauty, craftsmanship and objects with a soul
Three days, one historic hotel, and a gathering of artisans, experts, jewelers, designers, and antique dealers. THE SUMMER SALON is an intimate experience where art meets storytelling
Conversations That Matter
Attend Exclusive Talks
by Sarah Nehama - Art historian & author of ‘In Death Lamented: Tradition of Anglo-American Mourning Jewelry’
Fashion historian, author & collector Alexandre Vassiliev
and high tea with Jewellery expert Kim van Zweden
Limited to just 50 guests each
This lecture by a renown American author of ''In Death Lamented" and mourning jewelry expert Sarah Nehama - will give an overview of mourning & sentimental jewelry from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century with an emphasis on symbolism.
In this talk Sarah will cover the iconography found in memento mori, mourning, and sentimental jewelry, and how those symbols often intersect.
The various stylistic designs will be placed in context throughout the history of these jewels covering the mid-17th century to the early 20th century in Western Europe and America.
Alexander Vasiliev is a world-renowned fashion historian, author, President of the Alexander Vasiliev Foundation and recipient of the Order of Arts and Literature of France and the Order of the Cross of Latvia.
Guests will be invited to step beyond the surface of glamour and uncover rare, little-known secrets behind the creation of Europe’s most legendary fashion houses.
Through captivating storytelling, the audience will discover the lives, triumphs, and defining moments of icons such as Christian Dior, Coco Chanel, Gianni Versace, and Yves Saint Laurent—along with many other visionaries who shaped the modern world of fashion.
"Let them eat cake!" Take your seat at Hotel Des Indes for a luxurious afternoon tea, while discovering the jewellery of the age of Marie Antoinette, former Queen of France. The setting couldn’t be more fitting. This legendary hotel began life as a grand city palace designed for lavish entertaining. Entirely à la Marie Antoinette! Follow in the footsteps of icons such as Mata Hari, Josephine Baker, Prince and Michael Jackson who once were guests here as well.
A three-course afternoon tea served with coffee, tea and champagne. Delight your senses and experience the art of refined indulgence at Hotel Des Indes in the heart of The Hague.
Kim van Zweeden is a jewellery historian and collector based in Rotterdam, obsessed with mourning jewels and oddities. She regularly publishes in magazines and she gives talks at museums and other inspiring venues.
In her (mainly) Dutch podcast 'Sieraden Sherlock', Kim unravels the secrets of jewellery together with fellow enthusiasts, historians, goldsmiths and gemmologists. Together, they leave no (gem)stone unturned!
Brings her warmth, expertise, and passion for storytelling to the event.
Known for her refined eye as a certified jewellery valuer and gemmologist, Anita extends her gift for connection beyond the world of fine jewellery—guiding visitors through the schedule, introducing exhibitors, and ensuring everyone feels at home.
With her gracious presence and genuine enthusiasm for craftsmanship, she will makeThe Summer Salon tale come to life and turn it into a welcoming and memorable celebration of art and beauty.
