Geneva, Switzerland
Advancing the Heritage of Armenians in Jewellery
AJF ADVANCES ITS HERITAGE PROGRAM
AJF has been steadily developing its heritage research initiatives. In recent months, it has conceptualized the proposed academic seminar and is in discussion with potential partners for its realization. It has also been in discussions with researchers from various countries who are expected to deliver new articles shedding light on Armenian jewellery history in various parts of the world. A new comprehensive research plan is also in development for the coming 3-4 years.
AJF is also in discussions with author Osep Tokat to publish a new edition of the Armenian Master Silversmiths catalogue. Aside from its critical presentation of master jewellers, this important resource contains a valuable bibliography and a section on various Armenian jewellery communities in the Diaspora. AJF will also be publishing digital versions of its previous publications.
On December 19, AJF's Pierre Akkelian and Hratch Kaspar met with the President of Carnegie Corporation Dr. Vartan Gregorian to discuss the foundation's long-term approach and to obtain guidance. Dr. Gregorian expressed his appreciation of AJF's mission as well as his support of AJF's projects.