Spotlight On: Buccellati

For over 250 years, the name Buccellati has been synonymous with hand-crafted, beautifully designed jewelry. Ornate, detailed, and brilliant, the Buccellati line is immediately recognizable for its cascading gems and lace-like delicacy. In addition to jewelry, Buccellati produces a variety of silver pieces, including centerpieces, candlesticks, and flatware.

In 1750, the Buccellati family established themselves in Milan as silversmiths and jewelers, and by the early 20th century, Mario Buccellati had earned the title “The Prince of Goldsmiths”. The popularity of Buccellati hasn’t waned over the years, and yet at its core, Buccellati is a family-owned and operated business, which ensures that while times may change, the quality and character of the Buccellati line will continue to maintain its integrity.

The look of a Buccellati piece is easily distinguishable. Imitating textures of linens and lace, the surface of a Buccellati is intricately detailed, but the overall design is bold and bright.

Buccellati will also take design cues from nature. Take, for example, Buccellati’s wristwatch line “Anthochron”, where the face is bordered by a blossom so detailed that it resembles an Elizabethan lace collar.

Each piece is painstakingly hand-crafted by Buccellati jewelers, and due to the level detail inherent in their creation, a single piece can sometimes take months to complete.

Buccellati’s silver pieces can be equally as ornate as their jewelry, or it can be downplayed and elegant. Also drawing on influences from the natural world, Buccellati’s silver frequently includes floral aspects.

Buccellati’s most exquisite work has been displayed in a number of museums and galleries, including the Smithsonian in Washington D.C., the Museum of Art in Huntsville, Alabama, and the Kremlin Museum in Moscow. These display pieces are the creme de la creme of Buccellati’s collection, made specifically to showcase the artistry and time-honored production techniques that exemplify the Buccellati name.

If you’d rather wear Buccellati’s work than simply look at it, Buccellati boutiques are located all over the world, including Tokyo, London, Moscow, Venice, and Paris. Saks Fifth Avenue also carries a limited collection of Buccellati silver jewelry.

Kandy H for Raymond Lee Jewelers, premiere fine jewelry and luxury watch boutique and buyer.