Find Out Why the Art of Filigree Is Important in Today’s Design World ⇒ One of the oldest and most beautiful craftsmanship techniques in this industry is without a shadow of a doubt, the art of filigree, a delicate kind of jewellery metalwork. There is a new generation of artisans and designers who are dedicated to creating beautiful pieces of jewellery that combine contemporary design with the ancient art of filigree, and today, CovetED will let you know why this art is so important to keep alive in today’s design world.

⇒ Subscribe our Newsletter and be up-to-date with CovetED Magazine ⇐

Imbued with history and beauty, the Art of Filigree was born during the Roman period and it was passed down through generations of skilled medieval jewellers, often emulating the work of the Byzantine goldsmiths of Constantinople, embellished crosses, reliquaries and the covers of Bibles.

Filigree is the most delicate technique that is used to work precious metals, usually of gold and silver. It is an age-old and detailed jewellery expression in which skilled artisans painstakingly solder tiny beads and twisted threads to create striking artistic motifs, suggesting often an exquisite and intricate lace-like pattern. The fine wire elements are soldered together to create small and rich accessories, usually jewellery pieces such as rings and necklaces.

Filigree Mirror

This art form is quite appreciated in India, Italy, and of course, Portugal, which is actually quite embedded in the history and culture of this majestic country and many luxury brands use it as a main resource, including contemporary furniture brand, Boca do Lobo, who through bold and unexpected twists, its able to create upscale design masterpieces, as you can see below:

Filigree Jewelry Case

Filigree Cricket Wall Lamp

Below, you can find a video from the esteemed first edition of the Luxury Design and Craftsmanship Summit, organised by Covet Group and Brhands Foundation. In this video, the main protagonist is Olga Bandeira, a master artisan in the art of filigree that explains how she came to work with the filigree, the importance that this beautiful art form has within the industry and why it is important not to let it be forgotten in our contemporary world. Take a look:

See Also:

LUXURY DESIGN BRANDING: THE STORY BEHIND THE SCENES – SUMMIT’18

THE FUTURE OF LUXURY DESIGN AND CRAFTSMANSHIP – SUMMIT ’18

♦♦ Feel free to share your thoughts in this article and come celebrate design with us! For more trends and information follow and subscribe to CovetED Magazine! Follow us on our social networks: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest | Google plus | Linked In ♦♦