The Treasures of the Buccellati Foundation

Download or read book The Treasures of the Buccellati Foundation written by Riccardo Gennaioli and published by Skira. This book was released on 2016-04-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The “Buccellati style” has become a myth of the goldsmith’s art, and appreciated by members of ruling houses, from pontiffs to men and women of culture. This volume, published on the occasion of their 100th anniversary, pays homage to the founder of the brand, Mario Buccellati (Ancona, 1891 – Milan, 1965), showcasing some of the most valuable pieces he designed, such as bracelets, brooches, or the tiara, worked in “tulle” or “honeycomb,” the real and distinctive trademark of the House of Buccellati, where the delicacy of the fret work is enhanced by the setting of diamonds and precious stones. The catalogue also focuses on the works by Gianmaria Buccellati (Milan, 1929), whose precocious talent (he designed his first jewellery at the age of twelve) was encouraged by his father in order to continue the family tradition. 00Exhibition: Palozzo Pitti, Florence, Italy (02.12.2014-22.02.2015).