06/09/2026
At the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec ‘Hidden Treasure: A Century of Mystery‘ brings 15 extraordinary jewels of the Habsburg family into the light for the first time - among them the legendary 137-carat Florentine Diamond. More than a collection of exceptional jewels, the exhibition tells a remarkable story of dynasty, political upheavals and exile.
Entrusted by the Habsburg family to examine the recovered jewels, Christoph Köchert authenticated the pieces — including identifying a couple of jewels with direct connection to Maison Köchert. His family’s historic relationship with the Imperial Court reaches back generations.
A rare encounter with imperial history, exceptional craftsmanship and the enduring power of provenance.
pictures 2, 3 & 5 MNBAQ, Louis Hébert