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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

Hemmerle

Hemmerle of fine jewelry. Let us emphasize here that Bijoux Hemmerle They are designed as works of art. It should be noted that this House has more than 120 years of history, which gives it solid expertise and current design principles. Moreover, the four generations share a philosophy that is constantly enriching and evolving, with freedom and conviction to push the boundaries of creative expression at the heart of its thinking. Thus, his story begins as a manufacturer of medals for the Bavarian royalty, then for the Vatican. The Jugendstil and the 1900 Universal Exhibition highlight his talent. The influence of German artistic movements such as the Bauhaus is evident. In this spirit, the jeweler learns to draw inspiration from the past and the present, applying an innovative and daring perspective. It is undeniable that in 1995 the house took a turn. So, Stefan Hemmerle and his wife Sylveli decided to break with the past and turn the jewel into a true work of contemporary art. While respecting their family heritage and the traditions of jewelry making, Stefan and Sylveli offer jewelry with avant-garde aesthetics and bold modernity. This inspiration is accompanied by cultural references to art, architecture, and craftsmanship. It should be noted that this creative concept follows a philosophy initiated by a client’s order. More specifically, it was a collector of fine art who loved flashy gems who was the trigger. So, this client shows examples of iron jewelry from Berlin from the early 19th century. That is, neo-classical and architectural cast-iron ornaments. These jewelry are worn by German patriots instead of gold, which they donate to the war effort during the War of Liberation, 1813-15. After that, Stefan Hemmerle decided to embed an important diamond in a textured iron ring. To conclude, Hemmerle combines the vocabulary of sculpture with the functional requirements of jewelry design to create unique pieces. The combinations of surprising materials—rare woods, vintage objects, and patinas—give these jewelry pieces a durable and timeless dimension that sets Hermmmerle apart.

Hemmerle
Diamond ring © Esprit Joaillerie

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