Buccellati: Exceptional Jewelry and Handcrafted Luxury Rings
A jewelry house founded in Milan in 1919
Buccellati is a jewelry house founded by Mario Buccellati in Milan , Italy , in 1919. Mario quickly made a name for himself thanks to his exceptionally beautiful creations , where complex goldsmithing transforms precious stones into sublime works of art .
An Italian Baroque aesthetic in the service of elegance
Buccellati's aesthetic is inspired by Italian Baroque , combining ornamental richness and finely crafted details with a discreet elegance that distinguishes each piece.
Unique and handcrafted jewelry techniques
Among Buccellati 's specialties is the lace motif transposed onto gold leaf . The " tulle " technique, inspired by Venetian lace from Burano , is emblematic of the house's expertise .
The iconic collections of the House of Buccellati
Macri, the expression of rigato
One of the brand's most iconic collections , Macri , was dedicated by Gianmaria Buccellati to his daughter Maria Cristina . It represents the pinnacle of the rigato technique . The rigato, telato, and segrinato engraving techniques , true signatures of the House , give gold and silver textures reminiscent of silk , satin , or lace , offering a unique tactile and visual experience . For example, rigato creates an effect of fine parallel striations that catch the light like delicate folds on a precious fabric .
Hawaii, Starry and Opera: creativity and audacity
In the 1990s , Andrea Buccellati , Mario's grandson, launched one of the most iconic collections : Hawaii . He also created Étoilée , a jewelry line where intertwined yellow gold chains showcase diamond lilies . More recently, the Opera collection testifies to the Maison's continuous innovation , blending artisanal heritage with bold contemporary design inspired by the world of opera and theater , where hand-worked gold combines with sculptural forms to create elegant and expressive jewelry .
A family tradition passed down through several generations
Buccellati 's reputation also rests on its refined engraving techniques – rigato, telato and segrinato – which give gold and silver textures reminiscent of silk and satin , making each piece unique .
In the 1950s , three of Mario's five sons joined the family business . After Mario's death in 1967 , Gianmaria took over as artistic director , while Lorenzo and Federico expanded the brand into Europe , Asia , and the United States . In 1979 , Buccellati opened a flagship store on Place Vendôme in Paris .
An Italian company with an international reach
In 2011 , Buccellati joined the Richemont group , while maintaining its family craftsmanship and traditional know-how , which allows the House to combine heritage and international development .
A symbol of prestigious Italian jewelry craftsmanship
Today, Buccellati is recognized as a symbol of prestigious Italian jewelry craftsmanship , combining creativity , tradition and innovation , and perpetuating the poetry of goldsmithing through unique creations .
