Gianmaria Buccellati
Gianmaria Buccellati was an Italian jewelry designer and goldsmith. He was born in 1929 in Milan, Italy, and passed away in 2015. He was the son of Mario Buccellati, who founded the luxury jewelry company Buccellati in 1919. Gianmaria joined the family business in 1951 and helped expand it globally.
Gianmaria was known for his intricate designs and use of traditional Italian techniques, such as engraving and filigree. He often drew inspiration from nature, incorporating elements such as flowers and leaves into his designs. He was also known for using unusual materials, such as coral and ivory, in his creations.
In addition to his work in jewelry design, Gianmaria was also involved in the preservation of traditional Italian craftsmanship. He was a founder of the Italian Association of Goldsmiths, which sought to promote traditional jewelry-making techniques and ensure their survival in the modern era.
Gianmaria was known for his intricate designs and use of traditional Italian techniques, such as engraving and filigree. He often drew inspiration from nature, incorporating elements such as flowers and leaves into his designs. He was also known for using unusual materials, such as coral and ivory, in his creations.
In addition to his work in jewelry design, Gianmaria was also involved in the preservation of traditional Italian craftsmanship. He was a founder of the Italian Association of Goldsmiths, which sought to promote traditional jewelry-making techniques and ensure their survival in the modern era.
