Elton John and Lalique to Auction Off Crystal Angel
In his 1994 smash hit from Disney’s The Lion King, Elton John croons, “Can you feel the love tonight?” Said lyric won’t even be a question come Feb. 28, 2016 when the ‘Rocket Man’ and Lalique auction off four of the seven crystal pieces from the ‘Music is Love’ collection, including the one-of-a-kind Angel Cire Perdue—a large-winged angel playing a lyre, crafted in red and clear crystal.
These one-of-a-kind pieces will be auctioned off by Paddle8 at the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s annual Academy Awards Viewing Party in Los Angeles. Given that all proceeds from the sculptures’ sales will benefit the singer’s nonprofit organization, it will be impossible to feel anything but love on that particular night. The Angel Cire Perdue, which stands at 28.74 inches, was created by using the complex ‘lost wax’ technique in crystal making: after a sculpture is modeled in wax, it is covered with plaster to create a mold, then baked in a kiln to harden the clay. It is at this point the wax is ‘lost’ through melting, before molten crystal is poured into the empty mold. It is an art form, and one that, in this particular case, was made specifically to combine three things that are incredibly important to the “Your Song” singer: philanthropy, music and love. “I feel very strongly that what I bring to the global effort against AIDS is the power of music to bring people together to address the important issues of our time. So, the final design is a male form realized as a winged angel with the words ‘Music is Love’ in Latin,” John said of the collaboration, adding, “We want this piece to be a powerful reminder of the need for us to work together to solve global challenges, like AIDS.”
Related Articles
Haute Living Welcomes Antonela Roccuzzo To Miami With Maison De Sabré & MG Developer
Last night, Haute Living celebrated its Miami October 2024 cover star, the incredibly stunning Antonela Roccuzzo, in Miami at Casadonna.
The Vanderbilt Estate Brings Members-Only Luxury To Thailand
The Vanderbilt Estate is the first and only authentic English Georgian estate in all of Asia.
Jimmy Choo’s Winter 2024 Campaign Is The Ultimate Holiday Party
Jimmy Choo has launched its Winter 2024 campaign, “The Party,” a collection that radiates the festive energy of the holiday season. As its name suggests, the campaign is a true holiday party. Set against the lush baroque interiors of Le Carmen in Paris, this campaign creates an opulent stage for an extravagant winter collection that […]
The New Ferragamo Hug Bag Is This Season’s ‘It’ Bag
The Ferragamo Hug bag has recently undergone a major revamp, marking itself as a new timeless classic in the world of accessories.
Haute Living Hosts Fraser Yachts Hospitality Mansion At The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Haute Living and Fraser Yachts hosted a five-day Fraser Hospitality Mansion at the 65th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with partners Haute Jets and artist Johnathan Schultz.
The Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout: A Culinary Celebration Like No Other
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, proudly presents the 16th annual Cayman Cookout—a legendary festival celebrating culinary mastery in one of the world’s most stunning destinations.
Latest Stories
Trending Articles
Related Articles
Haute Living Welcomes Antonela Roccuzzo To Miami With Maison De Sabré & MG Developer
Last night, Haute Living celebrated its Miami October 2024 cover star, the incredibly stunning Antonela Roccuzzo, in Miami at Casadonna.
The Vanderbilt Estate Brings Members-Only Luxury To Thailand
The Vanderbilt Estate is the first and only authentic English Georgian estate in all of Asia.
Jimmy Choo’s Winter 2024 Campaign Is The Ultimate Holiday Party
Jimmy Choo has launched its Winter 2024 campaign, “The Party,” a collection that radiates the festive energy of the holiday season. As its name suggests, the campaign is a true holiday party. Set against the lush baroque interiors of Le Carmen in Paris, this campaign creates an opulent stage for an extravagant winter collection that […]
The New Ferragamo Hug Bag Is This Season’s ‘It’ Bag
The Ferragamo Hug bag has recently undergone a major revamp, marking itself as a new timeless classic in the world of accessories.
Haute Living Hosts Fraser Yachts Hospitality Mansion At The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Haute Living and Fraser Yachts hosted a five-day Fraser Hospitality Mansion at the 65th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with partners Haute Jets and artist Johnathan Schultz.
The Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout: A Culinary Celebration Like No Other
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, proudly presents the 16th annual Cayman Cookout—a legendary festival celebrating culinary mastery in one of the world’s most stunning destinations.
Subscribe to Haute Living
Receive Our Magazine Directly at Your Doorstep
Embark on a journey of luxury and elegance with Haute Living magazine. Subscribe now and have every issue conveniently delivered to your home. Experience the pinnacle of lifestyle, culture, and sophistication through our pages.
Haute Black Membership
Your Gateway to Extraordinary Experiences
Join Haute Black and unlock access to the world's most prestigious luxury events