Taher Chemirik

Taher Chemirik Illustration by Robert BeckTaher Chemirik makes magic with jewels. I witness this at the opening of his latest exhibition, held at Naila de Monbrison’s gallery. Seventh Arrondissement types – read nonchalant – suddenly turn excited when trying on his newly polished creations. One slips on a gold ring and becomes transfixed. The effect of the piece glowing on her hand is like watching alchemy in the making. “Buy it,” I blurt out. “I would,” she...