Bernard Instone: Master Silversmith and Enameller (1891-1987)
Bernard Instone, a renowned silversmith, combined traditional techniques with vibrant enamel, creating breathtaking jewelry. His legacy continues to inspire artisans today.Read More →
January 31, 2025
The Jewellery Designers collection at Encyclopedia.Design explores the visionaries who transform precious metals, gemstones, and innovative materials into wearable art. From historic royal collections to avant-garde contemporary jewelry, this collection highlights the artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation that define jewellery design.
✔ Profiles of Renowned Jewellery Designers – Explore the works of Cartier, René Lalique, Bulgari, Fabergé, Coco Chanel, Elsa Peretti, and contemporary jewellery artists.
✔ Jewellery Movements & Styles – Discover the evolution of jewellery through Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modernist, Minimalist, and High Jewellery trends.
✔ Techniques & Craftsmanship – Learn about hand engraving, filigree, lost-wax casting, gemstone setting, enamel work, and 3D printing in jewellery.
✔ Materials & Innovations – From diamonds, gold, and platinum to alternative materials like resin, titanium, and recycled metals.
✔ The Future of Jewellery Design – Investigate new trends in sustainable jewellery, digital fabrication, and AI-generated designs.
From timeless engagement rings to fashion-forward statement pieces, jewellery designers continue to shape how we adorn ourselves, combining history, culture, and cutting-edge technology.
📌 Explore the designers who have redefined jewellery as an art form, blending luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Bernard Instone, a renowned silversmith, combined traditional techniques with vibrant enamel, creating breathtaking jewelry. His legacy continues to inspire artisans today.Read More →
Imperishable Beauty: Art Nouveau Jewelry. “A new, imperishable beauty,” was how the artist and architect Henry van de Velde described it. European Art Nouveau jewelry of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries embraced a new aesthetic characterized by sensuous forms, dramatic imagery and vivid symbolism. Read More →
Swedish Silver Designer Wiwen Nilsson (1897-1974), known for simplicity and elegance in his work, made notable contributions to art and design. He extensively trained in renowned art spaces, and his art has won several accolades.Read More →
Arne Petersen, a Danish metalworker, gained recognition for his 1975 stainless steel and brass Bottle Opener. His work was exhibited internationally.Read More →
Florence Koehler (1861-1944) was a prominent American jeweller of the Arts and Crafts movement, known for her work in Chicago, London, and Rome.Read More →
Jean Fouquet was a pioneering French jewellery designer known for his avant-garde, geometric styles and unique materials, influencing modern aesthetics until his death in 1984.Read More →
Ward Bennett was an influential American designer known for his minimalist yet luxurious style, utilizing industrial materials in furniture, textiles, and flatware throughout his prolific career. Read More →
Maison Gripoix, a French costume jeweller in Paris since 1890, specialized in handmade glass paste jewelry, collaborating with famous fashion houses.Read More →
Henning Koppel (1918-1981) was a Danish designer known for his sculptural silverware for Georg Jensen and various works in porcelain, glass, and lamps, emphasizing form over functionality.Read More →
Louis Rault, a French sculptor, engraver, and jewellery designer, overcame a lack of formal training to excel in Art Nouveau style.Read More →