Art Deco sparklers for the woman who had everything

A 1925 French Art Deco hardstone seal, gem-set and enamel jewel bracelet
An Art Deco nephrite, onyx and diamond pendant by Cartier

What does a wealthy connoisseur consider suitable gifts for another wealthy connoisseur? Ireland’s first honorary citizen, Chester Beatty, opted for highly unusual, Art Deco jewels. The recipient was his friend, writer, poet and art lover Sheila Wingfield, Lady Powerscourt.

The two met in 1952 when the widowed mining magnate had moved to Ireland and Lady Powerscourt helped him catalogue his fabled collection, now housed at ...